is there a medical condition ?

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That makes someone need to be centre of attention lie alot and act very flirtaous ? Im being serious here does anyone know and what is the name of it?

Narcissism?

Perhaps a personality disorder? Insecurity? Incompetence?

I don't know but you just described my ex LOL

What does Narcissism mean ?

Some traits on there.

Narcissistic personality disorder is what I meant.

I was told by a nurse that the ow ex h had an emotional affair with has this condition

And does the nurse actually know the ow?

Yes she works with her

Does it matter what condition the ow may have?

Yes it does to me actually

Maybe have a google of 'histrionic personality disorder'

Hi, they are possible traits of Borderline Personality Disorder, but it's best to be wary of amateur diagnosis

Did the nurse say "narcissistic personality disorder" or did she say "needs to be centre of attention lie alot and act very flirtaous"

Because one is a diagnosis, the other isn't. Is she qualified to make such a diagnosis?

Not trying to fight, but there are many reasons people do this, and not all of them are due to personality disorders!

And there are a number of PD, so if you really need to know, then definitely research them, just know that many times doctors don't get these DX's correct.

I think the nurse in question needs to be careful.

Do you still have feelings for your ex?

Given that she's working a health setting, why would her alleged condition be of any concern to you?

Are you looking to explain why your h took up with her and/or feel better about yourself?

If she flirts with married men who have kids seriously enough for it to lead to an emotional affair, then I've got a name for her. It's not exactly a medical diagnosis though....

Don't lose sight of the fact that some people are just twats. They don't all warrant a label.

Might just be an ass, no PD needed. It could be NPD or Histrionic Disorder. Could also be upbringing, how person has been treated etc.

And a health professional should know a) not to make a diagnosis on the basis of just knowing someone and b) not to share confidential information about work colleagues.

Agree with MAM - there's no way the nurse could diagnose a personality disorder. And she shouldn't dream of sharing confidential medical information.

Perhaps the nurse has a personality disorder, now I come to think of it, behaving in such an unprofessional manner.

I'm really sorry your XH had an affair. I'm not convinced that focussing on the OW will help you move on.