How Dangerous Personality Disorders Are Destroying Democracy
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Ian Hughes |
TEDxTrinityCollegeDublin
• March 2018
Are there patterns to be found between history’s most vile rulers? Can psychology explain their minds?
Dr Ian Hughes ties together his background in science, psychology and political science to discuss how he finds that many leaders share similar personality disorders. His talk reminds us that psychology has a place in the study of politics, but we often overlook its value. Hughes’ credentials span from his background as a scientist, psychotherapist, writer and government policy advisor in science and technology. Having graduated with a PhD in atomic physics, Hughes has worked in some of the top international research laboratories and has helped establish a Department of Creative Technologies.