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diagnosing dubya

(via LGF) HILARIOUS article published in an Indian newspaper in which an professional psychiatrist, Carol Wolman, M. D. attempts to diagnose President Bush based on his public speeches, presentations, etc. The psycho-babble takes on such *incredible* tones and is put forth in such a matter-of-fact way that I occasionally feel it crosses the line. Instead of simple satire it feels like a serious attempt by the author to use her medical credentials to push forth a professional + political opinion

...Dubya may be acting out a classical Oedipal drama--overcome Daddy to get Mommy. By deposing Saddam, when his father did not, he may want to prove himself more worthy of his mother's love.

...Antisocial Personality Disorder--301.7
There is a pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others since age 15 years as indicated by at least three of the following: 1) failure to conform to social norms with respect to lawful behaviors as indicated by repeatedly performing acts that are grounds for arrest; 2) deceitfulness, as indicated by repeated lying, use of aliases, or conning others for personal profit or pleasure; 5) reckless disregard for safety of self or others; 7) lack of remorse by being indifferent to or rationalizing having hurt, mistreated or stolen from others

...Narcissistic personality disorder 301.81
1) has a grandiose sense of self-importance- exaggerates achievements and talents, expects to be recognized as superior without commensurate achievements;

Another part of me asks - "what's the significance of this being carried in an Indian newspaper?"

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