Re: Falsely Accused.

If this woman has a reputation for being histrionic, most of the people who know her already know this and will discount her allegations.

So, while this is an issue of concern, I think whiterabbit's best course of action is to tell the truth (but not volunteer that he is in fact a child lover): that he has no idea what she is talking about or why she is accusing him. However, he might ask why, if she "always" knew about this, why she never indicated this to him before. However, beyond expressing truthful confusion as to why she would be making this false accusation he should not overcompensate by denouncing her to everyone. Treat her as a mentally unbalanced woman who is saying off-the-wall things, not as a mentally well woman making serious allegations. The surprise should not be focused on her allegations, but that her mental condition has deteriorated to such an extent. The concern expressed should be for her mental health and the safety of those around her. Naturally people will understand if he withdraws from her presence, and others will likely follow suit.