Jennifer is overly dramatic and constantly seeks attention by dressing provocatively and exaggerating her emotions.Her classmates view her as shallow,and she is beginning to lose friends,though Jennifer believes that everyone loves her.Jennifer's behavior is consistent with which personality disorder?
A)histrionic
B)narcissistic
C)borderline
D)dependent

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Jennifer's behavior is consistent with histrionic personality disorder, which is characterized by excessive attention seeking, dramatic behavior, and a need to be the center of attention. The provocative dressing and exaggerated emotions are common traits of histrionic individuals. The belief that everyone loves her despite losing friends also reflects the characteristic of seeking constant reassurance and approval in histrionic personality disorder.

Jennifer Is Overly Dramatic and Constantly Seeks Attention by Dressing