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How to deal Histrionic personality disorder?

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1) Listen to what he has to say. Appear attentive and alert.
2) Agree with his point or argument. It helps to select a specific issue he addressed during the course of the conversation.
3) Demonstrate relevance of his point, particularly with regard to your own life or why it helps you.
4) Flatter his intelligence and ability.
5) Thank him for his perceptive and unique insight.

Tips: Don't engage the individual in an argument or take things too personally. Histrionic individuals are similar to narcissists in that they believe their opinions are superior to those of others. Don't get emotionally attached to the histrionic individual or indulge him emotionally.

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