Scott Carney Investigates The Problem with Trump’s Brain
Jan 21, 2026
Frank George, PhD, is a psychologist and former Chief of Behavioral and Biochemical Genetics at NIH, specializing in narcissistic personality disorder. He dissects Trump's mental state, emphasizing how his grandiosity and sadistic tendencies reflect malignant narcissism. George explores intriguing topics like whether Trump truly believes his own fabrications, the implications of possible frontotemporal dementia, and how narcissistic supply functions like an addiction. He argues that Trump's behaviors signify unfitness for office, urging experts to warn the public about dangerous leaders.
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Dementing Malignant Narcissist Is Worse
- Frank George argues Trump combines severe narcissism with an emerging dementing condition that amplifies traits rather than softens them.
- This combination creates a more dangerous personality profile than narcissism alone.
Sadism As Part Of Malignant Narcissism
- Malignant narcissism adds sadism and lack of empathy to grandiosity, producing enjoyment from others' suffering.
- George uses Trump’s public mocking and vengeful behavior as evidence of sadistic narcissistic supply.
Frontotemporal Dementia Explains Disinhibition
- Frank George distinguishes frontotemporal dementia (FTD) from Alzheimer's and links FTD to disinhibition and escalation of behaviors.
- He connects FTD symptoms to Trump's increasing unpredictability and bold actions.