The guest:
Steven Buser is clinical psychiatrist and former major in the US Air Force
The discussion:
Dr. Buser joined me to discuss the book he co-authored with Leonard Cruz: "A Clear and Present Danger: Narcissism in the Era of President Trump" and went into detail about the dangers of Trump having access to nuclear weapons.
The question:
What do you think?
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Well, he took out ISIS without a nuke... SMH Liberals kill me
Putin: So with Hilary and Obama out is America ready to stop funding ISIS?
Trump: Consider it done
https://steemit.com/trump/@jordanbelford/how-about-my-look
I'm not a fan of Trump but I don't think a doctor should share medical opinions like this without actually meeting with him. And if he did, it would be confidential. I think this is borderline unethical.
this issue is addressed specifically in the interview and absolutely nothing unethical has taken place.
This is actually frightening....any of us could be diagnosed and have our lives ruined by anyone who dislikes us that has access to psychiatrist
nowhere near borderline = just plain unethical
From what I've read about our recent history our medical system has been used over and over to disenfranchise people who speak the truth, who don't fit in, who are a burden to the system. Psychology is about control not about mental health.
They cover this five minutes into the interview. He's just saying he's seen symptoms.
What I think is that no psychiatrist should diagnose anyone without meeting them. Also, such a medical diagnosis would be confidential like someone said in this thread. Highly unethical.
that issue is addressed specifically in the interview and absolutely nothing unethical has taken place.
You're right. The psychiatrist merely raised concern about Trump's mental state and entertained the idea that he maybe should be examined properly.
This song isn’t anything unethical either :wink:
Preventive War
Watch the video! This psychiatrist is not making a diagnosis! He states he would like to see further evaluation! No one is diagnosing anything here, but expressing concerns, and that is totally fine!
very true
https://steemit.com/trump/@jordanbelford/how-about-my-look
Ethical question, how can any doctor diagnose someone they haven't worked with?
You are absolutly right. It is pure propaganda and riding the anti trump wave to get more clients/ make yourself a name. It's not that easy to fire the nuclear weapons. it's not like the president alsone has to push the red button and boom.
There is so much going on that I get confused and anxious, that's when I know I'm working with a bad argument full of fallacies.
This is why I am a political atheist.
political atheism is a march toward the death of a nation
When everything is politicized the nation is already dead.
there is still a pulse
but major med is needed to save
will take a miracle because of the 100+ year plan the progressives have worked against conservative apathy and or chaos instead of banding & planning in response
Live is to short for anxiety and confusion. You need to focus on life and if you want to change something engage in poltics, run for president, get famous and run for president than
, fear has never changed anything for the good. Sorry i didn't want to sound smart-alecky.
Politics is too serious a matter to be left to politicians ;-)
Feelings and emotions come in handy when one does not react blindly to what is making one feel uncomfortable. Following the uncomfortable sensations to their source leads one on an interesting journey.
But this is what I am talking about when people start diagnosing others for mental problems just off the cuff, especially when viewing them through the lens of corporate media...
• People are motivated to accept accounts that fit with their preexisting convictions; acceptance of those accounts makes them feel better, and acceptance of competing claims makes them feel worse.
• Dissonance is eliminated when we blind ourselves to contradictory propositions. And we are prepared to pay a very high price to preserve our most cherished ideas.
• Moral hypocrisy is a deep part of our nature: the tendency to judge others more harshly for some moral infraction than we judge ourselves.
• Groupthink leads to many problems of defective decision making, including incomplete survey of alternatives and objectives, failure to examine the risks of the preferred choice, poor information search, selective bias in processing information, and failure to assess alternatives.
• We are often confident even when we are wrong.… Declarations of high confidence mainly tell you that an individual has constructed a coherent story in his mind, not necessarily that the story is true.
• Certain beliefs are so important for a society or group that they become part of how you prove your identity.… The truth is that our minds just aren’t set up to be changed by mere evidence.
The same way N Korea does, stalin and hitler did, obama/cliton/progressive secular humanism wants, and MSNBC et al promote
I agree, all my warning signals go off when I watch any kind of news no matter what political bias....
There is a documentary I watch called the Hypernormalization, I keep thinking about this theory whenever I watch corporate media. Russia did this to it's citizens and our government through the NDAA back in 2012 allowing our media to lie to the public through government sanctioned propaganda.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HyperNormalisation
I think, it's good decision for our innocent and simple human beings.
I personally am not a big fan of Trump, he says a lot of questionable things but at least he doesn’t have waking seizures fits of uncontrollable laughter and fall down like Hillary Clinton had.
To me it doesn’t seem very professional for a doctor to make speculative assumptions like this, makes me question if this is normal practice and whether or not I should trust my own practitioner.
Just saying doctors need to be aware of the agenda thyea are supporting.
...and his "lies" reflect more true history and reality than the "truth" vomited from the obama/clinton clan and their lap dogs at MSNBC, Salon, CBS, CNN, etc etc etc
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The standout portion to me was the bit about Trump is the ONLY person in the nuclear chain not qualified to be around them, let alone in control of them. He wouldn't pass the test.
Hahahahahaha
As a person who worked with dual diagnosed individuals in Los Angeles, I would have to say that Trump probably has a combination of Borderline Personality Disorder and MCD or Mild Cognitive Disorder or a little bit of Alzheimer's.
or, he could be a very sane and rational person in an insane progressive society
He could be a person with what was until recently common moral values in a society with no moral values.
He could be a person who sees right as right and wrong as wrong, as opposed to the progressive view that there is no right there is no wrong, anything goes were yes means no, no means nothing, right is wrong, and wrong is right.
Just a thought
The thing is that right is right and wrong is wrong ONLY in a legal framework (which Trump has repeatedly tried to circumvent in my opinion) Why I disagree with you is that unless the Rule of Law exists, every body's right or everybody's wrong is of equal weight and that cannot be otherwise you have pandemonium. By the way I wasn't joking about Trump's stability AT ALL. He does seem to be suffering from something or a combination of somethings as any person can at his age.
BTW: I am neither "Progressive" or "Conservative". I have problems with all of you guys.
hmmm...while at the same time undoing the many many violations of rule of law that Obama violated.
Obama circumvented the courts as well as the legislature routinely
Are you as critical of Obama as you are the president that is trying the up hill battle of setting things strait?
I am quite curious to get examples of a “progressive view” of no right or wrong - anything goes” and were yes means no and no means yes.
Start with "common core" educational system where it is actively taught that anything goes except what violates the views of the viewer: atheism is openly accepted, bible or Christian views are scorned.
Read news regularly from various sources: look at antifa, or the outrage on campuses when 'another viewpoint' is offered up in a venue that purports itself as defenders of free speech:
'it is right if it conports to my view and is wrong if it does not'
also: general history of society = promoting self reliance produces a self reliant people,
promoting dependency (entitlements unearned) produces a society dependent on handouts. Think about this my friend. on your own. Progressivism teaches opposites and pushes society into accepting one world big brother dependence on elitists who 'know what is good for us so must make our decisions for us'
Christianity is not scorned. People that hold other individuals accountable for their personal beliefs are scorned. Atheism isn't openly accepted. I routinely get told I'm a bad person for my lack of faith.
Being "Christian" is to believe in and attempt to 'be like the Christ' by following the tenants of the faith written in the NT. If a "christian" does not reflect 1 corinthians 13, AND 'the golden rule' Mathew 7:12.
Faith and understanding the scientific method and the power of the peer review process are entirely different things...
OK, let’s focus on what we agree on, as there seems to be quite a few….
promoting dependency (entitlements unearned) produces a society dependent on handouts”. If America was a true meritocracy this would be a fair statement. American meritocracy, however, is a myth. I agree that those who have privilege (which they have not earned) should not accept handouts. Corporate welfare and tax cuts for the morbidly rich are perfect examples. If there is such a creature such as the welfare queen, I agree she should be stopped. I live in an urban setting, however, and have not come across one of these creatures. Addicts, yes. The working poor who are working two jobs just to get food on the table, yes. The homeless, yes. Criminals, yes. A woman with 6 kids living a cushy life-style on their welfare check, no. The true welfare queens that abuse tax paying welfare systems are businesses who use fraudulent practices for their own financial gain. That should be stopped.
wow...so much misinformation I have not the time or energy to address in a simple reply, and certainly do not want the effort to be lost in this string: follow me in my 2020 vision posts and I will properly address your lengthy retort systematically but in short installments. This specific subjest is my primary purpose for my recent joining of steem...I hope to see you there...it may take some time to properly address each point...I am new at this steem thing, old and slow...but I will get there. Bless you friend. :-)
I may consider it if you give me an idea on what you consider misinformation
It seems to me that Trump may have developed a mild form of dementia in recent years. He seems sharper in interviews given a couple of decades ago. That would go a long way to explain his strange tweets.
his tweets was/is a segway or natural progression from his early days.
He used to use sensationalist 'newspapers' a lot, and very purposefully.
He would plant an article on a hot topic, generate public interest (pos & neg)
and then proceed towards his goals from there.
Tweeting is more efficacious and much more handy.
My personal take on people 'not liking that he tweets' is:
They hate the content and the fact that his word, views, plans, opinions get out to the public...the main stream media hates that = they want to control the narrative =
a power taken away from them by tweets from a bold man with a plan...
@stanfordlocke you really got me hooked with this piece of comment. had to read it thrice!
;-) don't keep it to yourself ;-)
our country is on an historic 'knife edge'
spread the word
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How is he sane/healthy? His obvious faults are the constant lying (whether intentional or pathological remains to be determined), and his narcissism. He's not humble, he's not tactful, he's not doing any good for the commonwealth. His policies favor the rich.
Hmmm...How would you compare Trump's lies to those of the Clinton Family, and Obama?
I would say he's far more prolific with his lies and more obvious.
wow
have you ever listened to Hilary?
compared her promises to her accomplishments?
Her pre first lady days?
travelgate?
benghazi?
my lord!
I'm not a medical professional of any kind and in my completely unprofessional opinion Donald Trump has strong narcissistic traits. Trump appears childlike in his thirst for admiration. It is disturbing to learn about his antics in the White House. The entire discussion about whether or not Trump's inauguration had the highest number of spectators or not was utterly ridiculous. It is as if Trump had no sense of dignity at all. He makes it seem as if nothing was beneath him. Most thirteen-year-olds appear to be more mature and emotionally stable than him. Trump's election seems like a giant middle finger in the face of the establishment by the electorate. Mainstream Americans simply can't be as stupid as to find Trump a good president or even suitable for a high political office in the first place.
He has something wrong with him period.
as do we all
me
you
clinton
obama
everyone born to this earth
strange/interesting divergence of points of view and 'takes' on 'the other side'...
hmmmm
Obama (to me and most of those many I have discussed this line with) is the very definition of a man with "strong narcissistic traits"
Obama used/uses "me" and "I" almost exclusively, rare use of "we"
Trump uses "we" and "our" almost exclusively, rare use of "I"
Yet trump is disdained for allegedly being self serving
and Obama is held in high esteem for allegedly serving others
Obama plays golf and its ok
Trump plays golf and it is a sin
it is hard to view things from different paradigms...but I suggest you try
America's fait is in the ballance...come 2020 it will be finally decided
will we be a nation of sheep...1984 on steroids
or can we return the the sovereign self reliant productive free society we once had...???
If you want minimal government, you don't need Trump. Why don't you elect an actual libertarian instead?
My criticism of Trump has nothing to do with his politics. Trump just doesn't understand the first thing about how government works. For that reason, he is an exceptionally ineffective American political leader. As a politician he is like a carpenter who doesn't know which end of the hammer he is supposed to hit the nail with.
If "I" could elect a libertarian I think I would.
but realism dictates either Progressive or Conservative
Progressives own the Democrat party and a growing portion of Republicans
So I look at candidates that have some evidence of not being sold out to Progressives.
The thing I like most about Trump is that he does not fit the "polititian" classic model.
When I ran for state rep I was much like him
eschewing traditional kiss butt jargon & false promises
Trump, for not being a politician, is accomplishing a lot considering he has to fight every minute against the tides of progressivism, secular humanism, and the globalization forces.
He played a big part in the tax reform, and wanted more but was checked by dems and reps and Mr. Paul
He is freeing up the business climate that is surging because of his efforts.
and is pushing hard for reestablishing our Constitution to be law of the land again...
Ain't no one perfect
you, me, him, paul, no one
but at least Trump is fighting the evils of the left
until the 2018 elections he is all we got
2018 could push him further backk
or help his efforts
2020 will be the big day or reckoning
Yeah...please tell me that a woman who believes in nazi frogs would have been the better person for the job.
Progressivism is a viral disease infecting the minds of over half our once great nation at some level. Intellectuals, psychiatrists, too many scientists, and certainly a near majority of politicians are stricken with this sad sickness that causes the mind to ignore history, common sense, and reality. Trump & company is (are) America's last slim chance of cure.
thanks so much for the brilliant and insightful comments. I can't even express to you what an honor it is to have your feedback on the subject matter.
An honor to meet you as well!
My (intended) 2020 vision series will address the issues corrupting our nation, and urge ways and means to encourage others to understand and then stand up to influence others who need to see the dangerous path we are on...and to change direction individually and corporately.
:-0 wish me luck! getting a handle on the use/misuse of Steemit is a bit challenging.
I have some learning curve issues that I hope will be overcome in the next week or so... ;-)
What history and common sense do you think the educated are ignoring?
2020 Vision will address your questions soon.
Please bear with me as I get up to speed on this platform.
Follow me to (eventually) get the answers you need.
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The way i see it, some people are being told and believe that the experts are ignorant and the ignorant are all knowing, the educated are elitists and the billionaires and morbidly rich are for the average person.I am not interested in this silly propaganda meant to conquer and divide. I am more interested in what we all may have in common. Good luck my friend. I hope you find peace and safety.
at expert in astrology
or an expert in numerology
are still experts in meaningless drivel
many of us who recognize the many fallacies of the psycho drivil of a great many (not all) "experts" in the very dangerous field of psychology (those of us you call ignorant) are well versed and experienced ... and recognise the damage certain professed experts can do.
you should not label disagreement with your views as ignorant:
mirrors can be telling my friend
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Those are some pretty empty slander statements you're making. Explain progressivism entirely and explain specifically what you dislike about it.
this subject is the core of my vision 2020 posts
way too much to put in reply here
but the evidence is vast...just takes willingness of mind to see
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I think this is a much broader question. Although certainly not a fan of Trump, should anyone really have sole access to a nuclear arsenal? We've all suffered moments of delusion, whether it be through exhaustion, anger, feed deprivation....etc where we can react to stimulus incorrectly.
I agree that Trump seems like a bit of a loose canon occasionally, but I don't feel he's any more likely to hit the button than anyone else. It's not good for business, and that's what he focuses on. BUT....if he ever does, I can almost guarantee he'd say "you're fired" with a stupid smirk when hitting it. haha Cheers all!
no one has sole access to a nuclear arsenal
no one
not even the president be it Trump or Obama
Agreed @standordlocke but I guess the point I was making (aside from the humour) is in relation to an opinion piece I saw on CNN last fall. If the president (doesn't matter which one) were to order a nuclear strike, it would take a very ballsy commander to say 'no'. AND...if they did, they may find themselves jobless replaced by someone who would say "yes" to their boss. Obviously there are checks and balances, but from what I've read, and in my opinion, not enough of them.
the process is more involved than one commander having fur on his nuts
...some caution must be taken with CNN input...very very biased against conservatism and views other than progressive...all the majors are owned and operated by progressives, so getting fair and balanced input takes looking at several sources such as drudge...even politico gives some less biased news out...but they all must be carefully read...my posts on 2020 vision will focus on these issues
I think that Trump doesn't access any button for the USA.
He is only joke LOL
he is using buttons to improve the general economy of our nation
he is using buttons to insure the rights of everyone, not merely the left's
Whatever Happened Had the American people elect him as President.
Because he represents true hope
and true change
that "Progressive" "leadership" hates
No, he should not be allowed to have any kind of buttons that he can push on a whim... including his twitter posting device! Let's give the libertarians a try next time! Adam Kokesh 2020!!
Your good post freend
Yup
Good
I wouldn't trust Trump with a stick, never mind nukes.
What i he has? Will he press that button?
the only button he should touch are the ones on his clothes , I imagine he is the sort to press any button that says DO NOT PRESS PLEASE
I agree with the psychiatrist.
Him and his twin psyco brother
cool
I dunno but i dont like trumph.
I haven't reason for this opinion :(
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David, I am seeing so many disturbing posts of people who have been told inaccurately what a “progressive” is. The misinformation and conquer and divide tactics are disturbingly effective....
That being said, Trump has many of these symptoms/traits this doctor has mentioned. It is not hard to see because Trump continuously exposes himself for what he is. This scrutiny is on Trump himself, not the people who are trained to recognize toxic traits in toxic personalities and call them out for what they are. Trump is a public figure who can cause a lot of damage therefore trained psychologists and psychiatrists have a "duty to warn". Unfortunately partisan politics is going to win over something that should not be political at all.
He is Right !
This is obviously to prime the population for the globalists attempt to throw him out of office on the grounds that he's unstable. It's been over a year since he's been in office. If he was nuts, wouldn't you think he would have nuked someone by now? This doctors' credibility went down a million points.
Well. Lets take a look at the evidence. Trump is still President and has access to the button, but, he's not pushed it. What does that tell you?
You can see my "Trump is playing with our world" post at here. https://steemit.com/drawing/@readerchitect/trump-kim-jong-un-and-erdogan-playing-with-world
By the way your post is also good, we also don't want to use nuclear button at Turkey. Thank you. :)
Been looking at geo politics full time now for 6+ years and although opinions are everywhere no one seems to use common sense, logic, and facts in their opinions. Look at the individual and not the party. Look at what they say they will do in office and then what they did.
Ask yourself why politicians you glorify making 100k to 200k a year and 5 years later are worth 50 million but never took the time to explain to you or the people that voted for them how to do it.
The left is all about globalism, sounds great but few know what it means.
Ever read agenda 21 or agenda 2030 you can read it on the fema site then come back and say you still want this path..
What do we need to globalize..
One world currency
One world religion
Economic and living standard equalization.
6 billion on the planet, 3 billion making under 2 dollars a day, another 1 billion making under the average of Mexico. Do the math of what equalization will do to your standard of living. It wont be pretty.
But the ones that led you there will still have their millions that is if the UN lets them keep it and does not think it would be better drained into the coffers of equalization. A person that has 300 million in wealth is a lot for 1 person but with 300 million in the USA its but 1 dollar a person.
So keep cheering for this kind of life and I will see you on skid roe.
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please leave my posts, you are contributing nothing
Ok, I will. Sorry, for making your echo chamber impure.
thanks, really appreciate it