'For many years, I worked as a psychologist treating abusive men...President Trump reminds me of them.'
when followers assaulted a protester. Sadism is also displayed when Trump coldheartedly retaliates against people like Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman. Malignant narcissists do not like it when limits are placed on them—but limits are sometimes needed. Jail is the only way to contain some domestic violence offenders. The checks and balances of American government are supposed to contain presidents, but submission to Trump’s authority keeps that from happening often enough.
The Senate’s refusal to investigate Trump’s abuse of power during the impeachment trial is just one example of how malignant narcissism is given a green light. Republican leaders rarely challenge his irrationality or hostility—they seem more likely to repeat his lies on Fox—while patriarchal leaders like Franklin Graham and Ralph Reed inform worshippers that Donald Trump
by God to advance conservative causes. Malignant narcissists need containment—not reasons to believe they are favored by God.to COVID-19, Trump sees the world through selfish eyes. He is concerned primarily about how the pandemic affects him, and this tunnel vision has slowed his comprehension of the crisis. Since the outbreak, he has persistently substituted his judgements for those of public health experts, a dangerous approach.
President Trump has a dangerous combination of narcissism and antisocial traits, along with toxic patriarchy that entitles him to have his way. He overpowers political subordinates while tearing down boundaries that contained prior presidents. Encouragement from the patriarchal right intensifies his craving for power.
In my years of working with abusive men, I never saw a more effective bully. Donald Trump’s personality disorder is not adequately contained, but containment is sorely needed. During this time, . is keeping a focus on aspects of the crisis—especially as it impacts women and their families—often not reported by mainstream media.
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