People Who Show Excessive Emotionality, Have Excessive Needs for Praise

question 265

Multiple Choice

People who show excessive emotionality, have excessive needs for praise, reassurance, and approval, and who constantly need to be the center of attention are most likely suffering from
______ personality disorder.

• A) dependent
• B) histrionic
• C) borderline
• D) narcissistic

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Definitions:

Counseling Psychologist

A professional who specializes in offering therapeutic treatments to clients who are experiencing emotional, psychological, and behavioral issues.

Psychiatric Social Worker

A professional who combines social work and mental health therapy to support individuals with psychiatric or emotional issues.

Mental Health Services

Professional care or services provided to individuals to improve their mental health or to treat mental disorders.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce phobic or anxiety responses through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation.