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This chapter addresses the aptitude and temperament of the performing artist, and is divided into two sections. In the first section the concept of emotional intelligence, which replaced older ideas of interpersonal and social skills, is discussed. The ideas that all performing artists need exemplary emotional awareness and management in their craft are discussed. The second section deals with the relationship between the subclinical personality disorders—in particular histrionic, narcissistic and schizotypal disorders—and success—particularly in acting. The chapter concentrates on how emotional awareness is taught. Consistent with the previous chapters, Adrian offers concrete advice on the clinical implications of his work to mental health field practitioners.
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Furnham, A. (2018). Emotional Intelligence, Personality Disorders and the Performing Arts. In: Kirkcaldy, B. (eds) Psychotherapy, Literature and the Visual and Performing Arts. Palgrave Studies in Creativity and Culture. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-75423-9_13
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