Like many individuals with personality disorders, those with histrionic personality disorder are rarely able to maintain relationships over time. Why is this?
A. Their extreme distrust makes lasting relationships impossible.
B. Their self-reliance leads them to feel that they do not need anyone else.
C. Their exaggerated sense of self-importance is generally off-putting.
D. Their need for attention and manipulation is likely to drive others away.
Answer: D
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