Feelincrazy

feelincrazy Joined: Aug 27, '09 Status: New User	2009-08-27 11:13:53
	I was told by my husband and family yesterday that I probably have Histrionic Personality Disorder. I have not been diagnosed by a professional and plan to go to counseling immediately to see if this is the case. I have been in a marriage for 14 years and have 2 children. My husband has refused to be intimate in any way for 10 years now. A few years ago I went back to work in a very social environment which I love. In these past 2 years my personality has become very dramatic. I dress provocatively and I am the centre of attention in every situation and very flirty. I crave attention and acceptance on a daily basis. I have been spending money like it grows on my tree in the front yard! I have recently started a sexual relationship with a 26 year man (by the way I am 38!) I have distanced myself from my children which causes me unbelievable guilt and sadness. I don't know if I have always had HPD or if it is just now developing because of the complete lack of attention I get from my husband. I can't seem to control the way I dress and act any more and it seems to be getting worse. I am a attractive woman but I feel the need to hear it from other people. Not sure what to do. I can't continue down this road of distruction cause it is ruining relationships with family and friends. Not sure what to do...anyone have any suggestions?
Unanswered Thread:    I think i am avoidant, but what do i do posted by mymentality 6 minutes ago
TimArends Joined: Aug 19, '09 Status: New User	2009-08-28 10:51:56
	Hello, not sure what to tell you. Obviously, you are unhappy in your marriage. Anyone can tell you to get a divorce, but that is easier said than done. Your relationship troubles are causing a strain on your family and driving a wedge between you and your children. You need to get counseling immediately. Go to joint counseling with your husband if possible, and if not, go alone. ________________ Tim Arends is the maintainer of the Internet Shyness FAQ, online for over 10 years: [no urls]
feelincrazy Joined: Aug 27, '09 Status: New User	2009-09-03 23:19:25
	Hey thanks for the response and you are 100% right. Started with a Psychologist today and it was extremely helpful. She wondered where my husband got his degree in Psychology (by the way he is a lawyer!). She said if I do have HPD then it is reactional to what I am going through in my marriage. Marriage is over, now it is just dealing with the details. Which I might add will be difficult since he is a litigator! Uggggg!!
Unanswered Thread:    where do you go to get your test marks? posted by Dark 9 days ago
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