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aklim · #1 06-11-2012, 11:49 PM

What is histrionic personality disorder? – - CNN.com Blogs

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What is histrionic personality disorder?

The trial of Jerry Sandusky has begun. Prosecutors accuse the former Penn State assistant football coach of abusing at least 10 boys, allegations that have become widely known.

What may be less familiar is a mental illness his lawyers are connecting with him: Histrionic personality disorder. The defense attorneys say they intend to offer expert testimony from a psychologist who "will explain that the words, tones, requests and statements made in the letters are consistent with a person who suffers from a Histrionic Personality Disorder," according to documents.

Histrionic personality disorder is part of a class of conditions called dramatic personality disorders, which are marked by unstable emotions and distorted self-images, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

For these people, self-esteem doesn't come from true feelings of self worth, but rather from the approval from other people, and those suffering from this disorder will often engage in dramatic or inappropriate behaviors to call attention to themselves.

“People develop this disorder because they have a need to be appreciated and to feel valued and worthwhile and special,” said Nadine Kaslow, psychologist at Emory University School of Medicine, who has not treated Sandusky.

About 2% to 3% of the general population is thought to have histrionic personality disorder, she said. "We all have traits that resemble this, but it becomes a problem when all of the symptoms are combined in a way that makes functioning difficult."

Inflicting sexual abuse is not a commonly recognized trait of this condition, but sexually-provocative behavior is, she adds.

People with this personality disorder may also change emotions rapidly, overly dwell on physical appearance, and take criticism or disapproval sensitively. They are easily influenced by others and make rash decisions, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Rarely showing concern for others, they often find it challenging to maintain relationships. People with histrionic personality disorder may even threaten or attempt suicide for the sake of getting attention.

No one knows what causes this disorder, but experts say it's probably a combination of nature and nurture. The personality disorder can run in families, suggesting a genetic connection, but children may also be influenced by their parents in ways that would lead kids to crave attention or be confused about how to get parents' approval.

The standard treatment for this disorder is a type of counseling called psychotherapy, in which a mental health professional helps the person delve into what's causing their thoughts and behaviors, and figure out how to create more positive relationships. Depression and anxiety may be issues for some patients, and may be treated with medications. But generally this personality disorder has not received a lot of attention in terms of evidence-based treatments, Kaslow said.

It's important to seek help if you believe you have symptoms of histrionic personality disorder, especially if it's causing trouble in your romantic or professional life.

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Psychology. The science of excuses. If I had a child that wanted to go into that field, I'd rather they look at prostitution as a career. I'd be more proud to introduce my son/daughter as a hooker than a psychologist.

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The Swede · #2 06-11-2012, 11:52 PM

Tell me Aklim, did you have a bad experience with a psychologist?

tonkovich · #3 06-11-2012, 11:56 PM

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Tell me Aklim, did you have a bad experience with a psychologist?

he has mentioned something like that, once or twice... or a hundred times? but he's over it now, can't you tell?

(the word "transparent" comes to mind, for some strange reason?)

aklim · #4 06-12-2012, 12:08 AM

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Tell me Aklim, did you have a bad experience with a psychologist?

Yes. When I was young, the psychologist use to beat me. He made fun of me too and kicked sand in my face at the beach.

chilcutt · #5 06-12-2012, 12:14 AM

Thanks aklim !! I found someone who has a worse obsession about an issue, than I have for my anti-war stance.

I am cured.. it's gonna be a bright sun shiny day from now on...

No more talking about war for this guy..nosirree...

It feels so good to have this weight lifted from my chest..

I feel like a new man..

aklim · #6 06-12-2012, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by chilcutt

Thanks aklim !! I found someone who has a worse obsession about an issue, than I have for my anti-war stance.

I feel like a new man..

Your stance isn't really so much anti-war as it is pro-muslim. Try not to confuse the two. BTW, I have a disdain for the "soft sciences" however, I consider psychology the most harmful.

You were born a woman and had a sex change? Not sure about Islam but Christianity has that crap. All you need to do is take a bath in some river, be dunked or if you don't want to get your hair wet, a few drops of water can be sprinkled and you are reborn.

chilcutt · #7 06-12-2012, 12:35 AM

Yes Metal Guru...speak...we are all waiting for your words of wisdom...

But , with my new-found liberation..I am going out for a bike ride..then maybee a dip in the pool...check out some tender young things in their bikini's.

Catch you on the flip-side..

cmac2012 · #8 06-12-2012, 03:02 AM

Sandusky has a disorder? Who would'a thought.

There are plenty of flaky psychologists but no way is it all bull$h!t.

Sandusky even looks like a sociopath. Weird stuff.

Can't Know · #9 06-12-2012, 03:40 AM

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The defense attorneys say they intend to offer expert testimony from a psychologist who "will explain that the words, tones, requests and statements made in the letters are consistent with a person who suffers from a Histrionic Personality Disorder," according to documents.

Well, the "words, tones, requests and statements" are also consistent with a serial pedarast.

tbomachines · #10 06-12-2012, 08:13 AM

Interesting...I can think of a couple people who share a similar penchant for attention

although It isn't Sandusky level. Amazing that they're trying to make excuses for touching kids.

aklim · #11 06-12-2012, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by cmac2012

Sandusky has a disorder? Who would'a thought.

There are plenty of flaky psychologists but no way is it all bull$h!t.

Sandusky even looks like a sociopath. Weird stuff.

I guarantee you that if none of this had a mitigating effect or so they think on the sentence of the client, nobody would have bothered to bring up the opinion of that quacker.

The way they gather the data is scientific. However, the practice itself is pretty fluid.

I don't know about that. I can't tell that from looking at him.

aklim · #12 06-12-2012, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by tbomachines

Interesting...I can think of a couple people who share a similar penchant for attention

although It isn't Sandusky level. Amazing that they're trying to make excuses for touching kids.

Well, they are paid to come up with some excuse to mitigate what the client does.

JB3 · #13 06-12-2012, 10:08 AM

I think the punishment for child molestation should be mandatory castration. The removal of desire physically, vs the attempt to heal the mind.

Seems like a more permanent workable solution to me, and would probably keep the guy from doing it again.

Txjake · #14 06-12-2012, 11:12 AM

The best for guys like Sandusky, is a .22 long rifle right behind the right ear, entering the cranial chamber at hyper-velocity. no more heinous behavior...

madison · #15 06-12-2012, 11:48 AM

No one knows what causes this disorder, but experts say it's probably a combination of nature and nurture. The personality disorder can run in families, suggesting a genetic connection, but children may also be influenced by their parents in ways that would lead kids to crave attention or be confused about how to get parents' approval.
The standard treatment for this disorder is a type of counseling called psychotherapy, in which a mental health professional helps the person delve into what's causing their thoughts and behaviors, and figure out how to create more positive relationships. Depression and anxiety may be issues for some patients, and may be treated with medications. But generally this personality disorder has not received a lot of attention in terms of evidence-based treatments, Kaslow said.
It's important to seek help if you believe you have symptoms of histrionic personality disorder, especially if it's causing trouble in your romantic or professional life.