Minnesota GOP pushes to classify Trump Derangement Syndrome
Republicans from Minnesota are advocating for the recognition of Trump Derangement Syndrome as an official mental disorder. The "Daily Mail" reports ongoing legislative work on this matter.
These Republicans aim to classify Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS) as a mental disorder. According to the "Daily Mail," a bill is being developed in the state legislature to acknowledge TDS as a legitimate condition. Although experts caution against using medical terms for political ends, some doctors support this initiative.
Controversy surrounding TDS
Dr. Carole Lieberman, cited by the "Daily Mail," argues that Trump Derangement Syndrome is not merely a joke but a genuine psychological issue. She believes that symptoms such as "extreme anger, hostile behaviour, and over-the-top reactions to anything Trump-related—often disrupting normal functioning" could be a real clinical concern. Lieberman notes that some patients have obsessive reactions to just hearing the president's name.
Dr. Holly Ann Schiff, a psychiatrist from Connecticut, approaches this topic with caution but acknowledges some symptoms. - It is unlikely that the mere mention of Trump's name is enough to make people violent - the specialist states. She adds that opinions about Trump and his policies can lead to aggression.
History of the term
The term "Trump Derangement Syndrome" is derived from the earlier "Bush Derangement Syndrome," coined by Charles Krauthammer. He described TDS as an "inability to distinguish between legitimate policy differences and signs of psychic pathology." Republicans are now aiming to formalize it, citing TDS symptoms ranging from "verbal expressions of intense hostility" to "overt acts of aggression and violence."
Dr. Holly Ann Schiff notes that the issue has intensified in recent years. - I think how people feel about him, towards him and his administration's policies are enough to cause people to become violent and aggressive - the psychiatrist says.
