Five years ago, in April 2020, I spoke with Dr. Daniel Winarick on my show Narativ. During our conversation, Dr. Winarick made a bold claim: then-president Donald Trump exhibited behaviors consistent with anti-social personality disorder (ASPD), a condition often associated with psychopaths and sociopaths. This groundbreaking assertion marked the first time a broadcast had openly suggested that a sitting US president might fit such a clinical profile.
Dr. Winarick's assessment came two years after the publication of a book that argued Donald Trump had Narcissistic Personality Disorder. While the medical community had hesitated to embrace this diagnosis, Dr. Winarick's analysis provided a new lens through which to view Trump's actions, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
"Trump fits the clinical profile of a psychopath or sociopath," Dr. Winarick stated during our interview. This statement helped reframe the national understanding of Trump's behavior and decision-making process.
By sharing Dr. Winarick's professional opinion, we aimed to shed light on the potential underlying factors influencing the president's conduct. This perspective offered a new way to interpret and contextualize Trump's actions, providing valuable insights for the public to consider as they grappled with the challenges faced by the nation under his leadership.
Narativ Milestone: Trump Fits Profile of Psychopath or Sociopath