INPUT ARTICLE: Article: People with narcissistic personality disorder think very highly of themselves in a way that crosses over the line of normal self-confidence. If you suspect that someone you know has this disorder, pay attention to how the person seems to think about themselves and whether these feelings are grounded in reality.  The person may have obsessive fantasies about their own greatness. The person may lie about or exaggerate achievements in order to seem more accomplished. The person may believe that they are superior to others, even if no facts or accomplishments back this up. The person may also assume that others are jealous of this superiority, and may exhibit extreme jealousy when other people experience success. Because people with narcissistic personality disorder tend to think they are superior to other people, they also tend to believe that they deserve the best of everything. Pay attention to whether the person seems to believe they are entitled to special treatment for no apparent reason.    The person may also believe that they deserve to be in the company of other "elite" individuals. The person may also make frequent demands and expect other people to respond without question. Many people with narcissistic personality disorder are very needy. They feel the need to be recognized and praised for their superiority constantly.  You may notice that the person constantly points out achievements. The person may also fish for compliments. People with narcissistic personality disorder may seem hyper-critical of everyone around them. They may often insult or critique people who they come in contact with, whether that person is a waiter at a restaurant or the person's doctor. The person may criticize even competent people, especially if they disagree with or challenge the person. People with narcissistic personality disorder do not interact with other people in a normal way, so pay careful attention to the person's behavior in social settings. The person may often come across as arrogant and lacking in empathy.  The person may frequently manipulate or take advantage of others for personal benefit. The person may seem completely oblivious of other people's needs and feelings. People who have narcissistic personality disorder do not handle criticism well because it challenges their feelings of superiority. Take note of whether the person seems to react in an extreme manner to even the most minor criticism.  The person may lash out at people who offer criticism. Alternatively, the person may become very depressed when faced with criticism. For some people, this may extend to an inability to handle anything that might be perceived as a challenge, even something as simple as a differing opinion.

SUMMARY: Look for extreme self-importance. Watch for entitlement. Observe the need for admiration. Take note of hyper-critical tendencies. Observe interactions with other people. Notice reactions to criticism.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Having confidence on a date inspires confidence in the person you’re with. In fact, some say that confidence leads to security, security leads to positive emotion, and positive emotion leads to better performance.  Try taking risks, being honest with yourself, and giving yourself internal pep talks. Remember to boost your self-esteem with positive thinking. You want your date to see your most admirable qualities on the first handful of dates, so delay heavy details such as a chronic illness until you’re deeper in. You’ll have plenty of time for that after you see that things might go somewhere. The point is to have fun at first. To keep from divulging serious details about your life, focus on restricting information. Ask the other person lots of questions, and keep the conversation on activities and interests that you have in common. It’s ok to mention that you had a past relationship, since so have most people. However, if you talk too much about this relationship, it may spoil the mood and seem like you are still hung up on a past romance. No one wants to be runner-up. You also don’t want to seem bitter about past relationships, as this shows an inability to forgive—not a great quality. a little. If you’re headed to a scene where there are other singles, such as a bar or singles event, be prepared to flirt a little bit in order to attract a date. Flirting can help us identify interested parties, so if you want a date, flirting can make it happen. Flirting is also useful on a date to confirm that you’re enjoying yourself and indicate you’d like another one. Make sure that you’re not doing all the talking. Sure you can share about your life—no one would want to be with someone who didn’t—but if you dominate the conversation, that is exhausting and will prevent someone from wanting to return.  Be a good listener by being open minded, not interrupting, and offering feedback. After a successful first date, set up the next one. To avoid seeming overeager and scaring someone away, you might wait for them to bring up it up. This idea might also come up naturally, especially if you have both expressed interest in a certain event or activity in your area. If it doesn’t, you should speak up. Be prepared for the possibility that the other person may say no.
Summary: Maintain a confident appearance. Avoid revealing too much about yourself. Avoid talking about your last relationship too much. Flirt Be a good listener. Set up another date.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Many vets have started using imiquimod (Aldara), a human wart cream, to treat aural plaque. The cream treats the plaques in many horses when using a 5% solution, by stimulating an immune response in the affected area. This treatment is primarily used if the ear plaque is causing problems or pain for the horse. Some horses and cases of ear plaque won’t respond to imiquimod. Before using the cream, you have to remove the white crusty areas and any other build up on the ears. To remove the ear plaque, use baby oil or another agent to soften the crusty, flaky areas first. Then, carefully and as gently as possible, remove the crusts. Never scrape the flakes off the horse's ear without softening it first. You don't want to cause the horse any additional pain. Scraping the plaque off the ears without taking care to reduce pain can cause head shyness and resistance. Talk to your vet about the recommended treatment schedule for your horse. Generally, the cream is applied every other day for a few months. Some horses may only need to be treated every other week, however. Be sure to follow your vet’s directions in applying the cream.  If your horse is in a lot of pain, your vet may recommend applying the cream twice weekly instead. The wart cream can lead to reactions in some horses. The most common reaction is severe inflammation. The affected areas may become red, start swelling, or ooze.  Some horses may have to be sedated. If the side effects are too much for your horse, your vet may prescribe Phenylbutazone. This is non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) that helps with pain and inflammation.   Don’t stop treatment because of side effects – consult with your vet, instead. By stopping early, you may end up losing valuable progress in healing.

SUMMARY:
Consider using a wart cream. Prepare the ear before using the cream. Apply the cream three times each week or as directed. Be aware of the side effects of the cream.