Second-degree murder ruled in Lakeside killing Sep 10, 2008
White said Jennison has been diagnosed as having a paranoid personality disorder as a result of an abusive upbringing by an alcoholic, drug-addicted mother and by abusive grandparents. Because of his mental condition, Jennison was incapable of controlling his actions, White said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
EDITORIAL: NCTimes' process for election nods Sep 8, 2008
Is this editorial staff Bipolar or do they have a split personality disorder. Who knows, but these are the same people that supported a hospital bond that would have cost north county residents over $1. (North County Times)
RailCorp failed me, says guard Sep 7, 2008
A psychologist representing RailCorp found he had a personality disorder without specifying its nature. In addition to a series of written complaints to the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission, Mr Thompson sought a stay on his sacking last Tuesday in the NSW Administrative Decisions Tribunal and will ultimately take his case to the Australian Industrial Relations Commission. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Friend says she could have been a victim Sep 7, 2008
A doctor diagnosed her with a personality disorder and major depression connected to her miscarriage. Ms. Curry-Demus was treated at Mayview State Hospital. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Borderline Personality Disorder: No Man Is an Island Sep 3, 2008
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is one of the most damaging mental illnesses ... Beyond the domain of BPD, the innovative approach used in this study of a personality disorder can also be applied to other severe mental illnesses in which social dysfunction is a prominent source of disability, such as schizophrenia or autism. (Scientific American)
COLUMN: Electrical outlets difficult to find on 'media row' Sep 2, 2008
Harry Potter wrote on Sep 1, 2008 10:56 AM:" No meaningful legislation, NONE, as reported from our friend Dave. Oh really? read on:List of bills sponsored by Barack Obama in the United States Senate Obama voted in favor of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and cosponsored the Secure America and Orderly Immigration Act. In September 2006, Obama supported a related bill, the Secure Fence Act. Obama introduced two initiatives bearing his name: "LugarObama," which expanded the NunnLugar cooperative... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Duchovny: Sex Addict Onscreen and Off Aug 30, 2008
"I think it stems from a personality disorder that was pre-existing," Marshall, who has not treated the actor, told ABCNews. com. (ABC News)
Woman, focus of jail debate, released from custody Aug 29, 2008
Court records show Green's mental illnesses, which include post-traumatic stress from abuse, bipolar, schizo-affective and borderline personality disorders cause impaired judgment, erratic behavior and poorly controlled anger. Green's problems worsened at the jail after her arrest for violating probation, where her treatment was called "appalling" by the lawyer appointed to represent her. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Four More Years For 'Most Dangerous' Teen Aug 28, 2008
Cornelius returned for sentencing yesterday after a psychiatrist concluded he had a personality disorder which meant he failed to adapt to a normal lifestyle. But RayMcMenamin, defending, said: "He is a young man. There may yet be some hope for him.". (Glasgow Daily Record)
Blagojevich on third term: I'm a great governor Aug 28, 2008
" kwanack wrote on Aug 27, 2008 4:53 PM:" I really believe he has Narcissictic Personality Disorder. " The Voice wrote on Aug 27, 2008 4:43 PM:" Yeah Rod, and Rex Grossman thinks he is a great quarterback too. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
For Hillary, a matter of maturity Aug 27, 2008
I m not naming names, but people who use multiple IDs and go to the trouble of establishing multiple internet accounts merely to post repetitive, derisive and abusive comments on a blog are exhibiting symptoms of multiple personality disorder, which is a serious psychological disorder invariably linked to abusive upbringings - unfortunately, these people almost always end up abusing strangers, friends, and saddest of all, family. Anyhow, goodnight. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Living with personality disorder Aug 27, 2008
Living with Borderline Personality Disorder ... Recently I wrote a column on Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), outlining symptoms of this severe problem ... Those trying to maintain a relationship with someone who suffers from Borderline Personality Disorder often experience some of the following. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Veterans for America Applauds Focus Given to National Guard at Convention Aug 26, 2008
In that position, Jeff Peskoff helped process numerous discharges for servicemembers with a condition that the Army labeled as "Pre-Existing Personality Disorder." After months of noticing how many combat troops were being released, Jeff Peskoff worked with numerous organizations, including IAVA and Veterans for America, to address the problem of incorrect personality disorders. After Jeff's whistleblowing to Bob Woodruff of ABC World News Tonight, Senator Barack Obama co-sponsored a bill (S.... (PR Newswire)
Explaining Borderline Personality Disorder Aug 26, 2008
DEAR DR. LeCRONE: I recently read a book in which one of the characters suffered from Borderline Personality Disorder ... DEAR READER: Like other personality disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder is a chronic mental condition that affects a person s ability to function in everyday activities ... Many people have some of the traits and characteristics of personality disorders but, in order to be labeled a personality disorder, these traits must be pervasive (long standing) and persistent. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
'I THINK I HAVE A MUCH HIGHER IQ THAN YOU DO'... Aug 24, 2008
Google "Obama" and "narcissistic personality disorder" and get 13700 hits, the first hundred of which are all Republican talking points or blogs ... The narcissistic personality disordered guy who constructs a false narrative of Self in his ("historical fiction") autobiography (with "composite characters") and the plagiarizer with self-obsessed monologues should form a compatible pair ... Since Obama has nacissistic personality disorder, he needs someone who is the best strongest VP, but who... (The Drudge Report)
Unraveling the Grinch (1) Aug 24, 2008
Diagnosis: Antisocial personality disorder ... Diagnosis: Narcissistic personality disorder ... "People with this personality disorder also believe that they are special and unique and can only be around other people that are special and unique," Kukral said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Nurse says she made no mean remarks Aug 23, 2008
She said that during a "handover" of observation duties to another nurse, she mentioned that Ms Chapman may have been attention-seeking, but it was "in the context of it being part of a borderline personality disorder", not a comment on her suicide bid. The inquest heard that Ms Chapman's parents did not blame hospital staff but believed her death could have been avoided. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
11th Circuit: Firing Counsel Equals Waiving Right to One Aug 22, 2008
Garey, who has been described by his current counsel as being paranoid schizophrenic and by the 11th Circuit as having paranoid personality disorder, said he would "involuntarily" act as his own lawyer. After a jury trial in which Huggins served as stand-by counsel Garey was found guilty on various counts, including obstruction of justice and threatening to use a weapon of mass destruction, and sentenced to 30 years in prison. (Law.com)
Familes work to manage mental illness Aug 22, 2008
The Family to Family Education program offers free education and support to families of close relatives suffering from illnesses such as Bipolar disorder, Major Depression, Borderline Personality disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorder, Panic disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive disorder, Co-occurring brain disorders, and Addictive disorders. The program will be run by two co-facilitators who are also family members and who have received intensive training in the program. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
Roseanne's Anti-Brangelina Stance Aug 21, 2008
Doesn't Roseanne have multiple personality disorder. Perhaps the blog is therapeutic, not that that excuses the public nature of a blog rant. (Washington Post)
Muslim inmates living in fear at UK prison Aug 21, 2008
The report stated: "Understanding of, and knowledge about, Muslim prisoners was particularly weak, and there was insufficient management scrutiny of race issues in general. HMP Frankland was described in the report as holding "extremely challenging prisoners", some of whom had severe personality disorders. The Inspectorate said: "These include prisoners who are dangerous, but also prisoners who are vulnerable ... She praised staff who worked in the Dangerous and Serious Personality Disorders... (Independent)
'Growing violence' at UK prison Aug 20, 2008
It also houses prisoners convicted of serious sexual offences, some with severe personality disorders, and a few convicted terrorists ... The report did praise the prison on several points, particularly the "excellent" multi-disciplinary relationships in the Dangerous and Serious Personality Disorders unit. (BBC News -- UK)
For Your Benefit Aug 18, 2008
This 12-week educational program provides current information about illnesses of the brain and their treatment, and includes sections on schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, PTSD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, borderline personality disorder and addictive disorders. A second track is the Family Support Group. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
More of this story Aug 14, 2008
Dr. Bob Gale, a forensic psychiatrist, testified as an expert witness for the defense, saying Adams suffered from an paranoid personality disorder. Adams began drinking at age seven, Gale said, and was drinking heavily by the age of 13, supplied with alcohol by an uncle with mental illness. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Nature Or Nurture: Are You Who Your Brain Chemistry Says You Are? Aug 14, 2008
The researchers further suggest that PET could be used to predict a favorable response to treatment with drugs that block agents such as morphine, heroin or alcohol from binding to opiate receptors and may one day aid in determining treatment of other psychiatric diseases, such as personality disorders. PET may also play a central role in the development and preclinical evaluation of new anti-craving drugs since it enables researchers to investigate noninvasively the in vivo pharmacological... (Science Daily)
A closer look at the John Edwards/Rielle Hunter webisodes Aug 12, 2008
and it seems there's no one that a male narcissist would rather dance a twisted tango with than a woman with borderline personality disorder. Google and check out, "BLACKMAILED INTO FATHERHOOD; Borderline women, and men who love them," by Shari Schreiber, M.A.. (Los Angeles Times)
Bloody end to a tumultuous relationship Aug 12, 2008
Their six-year on-off relationship was a love-hate affair between Mr Kimel, described by some during the trial as opinionated and controlling, and Stewart, who suffered from borderline personality disorder as a result of childhood traumas ... The jury heard that due to Stewart's personality disorder she lived in constant fear that Mr Kimel would leave her. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Anthrax suspect's charm, madness leave dual legacy Aug 11, 2008
The study found that the diagnoses of psychosis and other personality disorders more than tripled after the vaccinations among military personnel who received shots from 1998 to 2000. Ivins' friends say he was a frail man who simply unraveled under the extreme stress of the government's pressure-cooker investigation. (Palm Beach Post)
Love can overcome anything Aug 11, 2008
Until, that is, the day he is visited by the mysterious Marianne Engel, an apparent personality disorder sufferer and popular avant-garde sculptor of customized gargoyles. She tells our man she first fell in love with him some 700 years earlier. (Toronto Star)
Bail for woman accused of snatching boy Aug 11, 2008
Ms Broughton said Ms Boundy had ongoing psychological problems that needed treatment including bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder and post-traumatic stress from her abusive childhood. Ms Boundy was released on bail and ordered to return to court next month. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Officer's lawsuit proceeds Aug 10, 2008
The report included testimony from an arbitration hearing that took place in June when Day testified to conducting a psychological evaluation on Simmons on Jan. 15, in which Day claims to have found no evidence of a personality disorder. Campion's evaluation in March 2006 determined that Simmons was suffering from a personality disorder with narcissist, aggressive and paranoid features and, as a result, Simmons was placed on leave. (Pekin Times, IL)
How Psychopaths Differ from Other C... Aug 10, 2008
There are many reasons why people become criminals, and psychopathic personality disorder is just one of them. Many non-psychopaths turn to crime because. (Suite101.com)
Anthrax case prompts congressional investigation of biodefense labs Aug 9, 2008
In another message that year, Ivins wrote: "The thinking now by the psychiatrist and counselor is that my symptoms . . . may be that of a 'Paranoid Personality Disorder.' ". Over the next six years, he was prescribed antidepressants, antipsychotics and anti-anxiety drugs. (Los Angeles Times)
Gaps in system kept government scientist at post Aug 9, 2008
The thinking now by the psychiatrist and counselor is that my symptoms may not be those of a depression or a bipolar disorder, they may be that of a Paranoid Personality Disorder, he wrote in a July 2000 e-mail included in government documents released Wednesday. I get incredible paranoid, delusional thoughts at times, and there s nothing I can do until they go away, either by themselves or with drugs, he wrote that August. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Despite demons, Ivins stayed at lab Aug 8, 2008
Paranoid Personality Disorder'The Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases, known as USAMRIID, follows strict security measures meant to weed out troubled scientists ... "The thinking now by the psychiatrist and counselor is that my symptoms may not be those of a depression or a bipolar disorder, they may be that of a 'Paranoid Personality Disorder,'" he wrote in a July 2000 e-mail included in government documents released Wednesday. (MSNBC -- Race)
A new light on the brains of people with borderline personality disorder Aug 8, 2008
In a game of give and get, the brains of people with borderline personality disorder often don't get it ... "This may be the first time a physical signature for a personality disorder has been identified," said Dr. P. Read Montague, professor of neuroscience at Baylor College of Medicine and director of the BCM Brown Foundation Human Neuroimaging Laboratory ... In the study, directed by Dr. Brooks King-Casas, assistant professor of neuroscience and psychiatry and behavioral sciences at BCM and a... (EurekAlert!)
Have Personality Disorder? Test May Tell Aug 8, 2008
ABC News: Have Personality Disorder ... A brain test known as the "trust game" could help doctors learn more about a mental condition known as borderline personality disorder ... What they found was that patients with borderline personality disorder (BPD), an oft-misunderstood and misdiagnosed mental illness that may affect as many as 2 percent of all Americans, exhibited distinct differences in the way they played the game -- as well as differences in brain patterns while they were playing it. (ABC News)
• Anthrax suspect Bruce Ivins' emotional state is detailed Aug 7, 2008
A week later, on July 4, he wrote to his friend that his psychiatrist and his counselor now thought that his symptoms "may not be those of depression or bipolar disorder, they may be that of a 'paranoid personality disorder.' ". That Aug. 12, he wrote about what he called one of his "worst days in months.". (Q13.com, WA)
LETTERS: NCT, Aug. 5, 2008 Aug 6, 2008
" He left for his third official trip in August 2006, traveling to South Africa, Kenya, Djibouti, Ethiopia and Chad. In a nationally televised speech at the University of Nairobi, he spoke forcefully on the influence of ethnic rivalries and corruption in Kenya. The speech touched off a public debate among rival leaders, some formally challenging Obama's remarks as unfair and improper, others defending his positions. Ms M wrote on Aug 5, 2008 8:04 PM:MAMA TWO FACE[-] wrote on Aug 5, 2008 6:19... (North County Times)
Profile: Barry George Aug 3, 2008
He suffers from epilepsy and admitted having a personality disorder which, the defence said, made him incapable of carrying out such a cold-blooded assassination ... Mr George suffers from epilepsy and admits to a personality disorder. (BBC News -- UK)
George not guilty of murder Aug 3, 2008
The jury at the retrial also heard the defendant had a history of medical problems and memory lapses and told police he had a "personality disorder". Mr Clegg said: "The only reason that the prosecution say that this is the work of the local loner, the local nutter, the man with these serious psychological problems, is because that is the man they arrested. "But if you look at the facts of the case they will give you a very different story. (BBC News -- UK)
Drugs too easy to obtain, critics say Aug 3, 2008
"It's usually because of personality disorders, conflicts, unresolved issues, arguments. "We have to be able to trust the system. Sometimes within the system, people fall down, parents don't keep on eye on kids, they haven't raised their kids right, they let them run rampant, they don't take them to church or teach them morals, they put Coca-Cola in their bottles, they enable kids to hang out and not do homework, and then the kid turns out to be a drug addict and it's the doctor's fault. (The Palm Beach Post)
Mental health killings 'falling' Aug 1, 2008
Page last updated at 00:23 GMT, Friday, 1 August 2008 01:23 UK. Mental health killings 'falling. (BBC News -- UK)
Hostage taker avoids jail Aug 1, 2008
Several reports were handed in to the Pretoria regional court, explaining that he suffered from a personality disorder, was of above average intelligence, and had been the victim of violent crimes at least eight times. On three occasions, he had to kill his attackers in order to defend himself traumatic experiences that drove George to the newspapers office in Pretoria central on 25 April 2007. (iAfrica.com)
Behavioural Traits of Psychopaths Jul 31, 2008
Psychopaths often claim to have suffered from amnesia, temporary insanity, multiple personality disorder or blackouts to justify their crimes ... A surplus of physical courage is only a marker of a personality disorder when there are many adverse symptoms present ... For a comprehensive list of references on psychopathic personality disorder, visit Dr. Robert Hare s. (Suite101.com)
Causes of Psychopathy Jul 31, 2008
Theories on Sociopathic Personality Disorder ... However, it can shape the way in which this personality disorder manifests ... For a comprehensive list of references on psychopathic personality disorder, visit Dr. Robert Hare s. (Suite101.com)
Personality Traits of a Psychopath Jul 31, 2008
Characteristics of Sociopathic Personality Disorder. Psychopathy, also known as sociopathy, is a personality disorder characterized by selfishness, ruthlessness and the inability to feel guilt or empathy ... Psychopathic Versus Antisocial Personality Disorder. (Suite101.com)
Wife told psychiatrist she was forced to have sex with boss Jul 29, 2008
Stewart, who has been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, told a forensic psychiatrist, Stephen Allnutt, that in the early phase of the relationship she helped out at Mr Kimel's furniture shop and she had wanted to leave him because he wanted to sleep with her. "She told me there was strings attached in that relationship and that she had to sleep with him in order to be paid for her employment," Dr Allnutt told the Supreme Court jury. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
PART I: Tales of drugs, joblessness and hard luck Jul 27, 2008
He said he receives $600 Social Security checks for his mental illness: borderline personality disorder. While he's sought temporary jobs over the years, he's trying to focus on getting better now. (New Haven Register, CT)
Judge says woman in baby snatching case competent Jul 25, 2008
Previously, Curry-Demus was diagnosed with major depression and a mixed personality disorder following two criminal cases. In May 1990, several months after Curry-Demus said she had a miscarriage, she stabbed a woman in an apparent plot to steal her newborn, according to court records. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Two ex-classmates of Donaghy get prison time Jul 25, 2008
Their attorneys both argued for sentences made up of a mixture of house arrest and probation and pointed to the fact the two men have attempted to rehabilitate their lives -- Battista by dealing with drug and alcohol addiction, Martino by treating a previously undiagnosed personality disorder. United States District Court Judge Carol B. Amon commended both men for their efforts to turn around their lives, but, in the end, handed them prison terms close to the maximum amounts agreed upon with... (ESPN -- Golf News)
Victim's wife carried another man's child Jul 25, 2008
Her psychiatrist, Rosalind Foy, told the Supreme Court that Stewart, who had borderline personality disorder, had been told by Mr Kimel to terminate the pregnancy after she conceived a child with a Melbourne man, Yuri Moel. "Yuri had wanted to keep it and have her live with him in Melbourne," Dr Foy said, reading from her clinical notes. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Judge denies hospital stay for woman charged in baby theft Jul 25, 2008
She diagnosed her with major depression and a personality disorder. Ms. Curry-Demus went on to serve seven years in a state prison, and she was supposed to be on probation until 2011. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Mother unfit for trial in poisoning of infant Jul 25, 2008
She also has borderline personality disorder, Dr. Martone said. Doctors have not determined whether Ms. Brewington suffers from Munchausen syndrome by proxy, which causes a parent to lie about or cause a child's illness, frequently as a way of gaining attention. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Mom Accused Of Poisoning Son Hospitalized Jul 25, 2008
Martone says Brewington also has a borderline personality disorder and admits to having suicidal thoughts. Last week, Brewington was charged with attempted homicide for trying to poison her 4-month-old son at a city hospital by injecting a saltwater solution into his feeding tube, police said. (CBS News -- US)
Infant cut from womb leaves hospital Jul 24, 2008
Curry-Demus was found competent at that time, but was also diagnosed with major depression and a mixed personality disorder. Tests also indicated that she had a "borderline intelligence level.". (MSNBC -- Crime)
Couric: Sexism more common than racism... Jul 23, 2008
Michael Calderone's Blog: Couric: Sexism more common than racism - Politico. I would have regretted it otherwise. (The Drudge Report)
Obama Faking It Jul 23, 2008
Location: OR Reply # 13 Date: Jul 23, 2008 - 8:15 AM EST Shrewd, manipulative, cunning,narcissist When you study Obama, through his speeches, writings, actions, history you see, shrewed, manipulative, cunning a narcissistic personality disorder. The Ted Bundy aptitude comes to mind. (Townhall.com)
Trouble began at 12 for slaying suspect Jul 23, 2008
A doctor diagnosed her with a personality disorder and major depression stemming from her second miscarriage. The first occurred when she was as young as 12, according to court records. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Suspect In Pregnancy Death Was Obsessed (8:45pm) Jul 23, 2008
An examination found her to be "in the midst of a major depressive episode." She also reported auditory hallucinations - that she kept "hearing babies cry." She was found competent to stand trial, but also diagnosed with major depression and a mixed personality disorder. She graduated high school, but tests showed she had a "borderline intelligence level." Johnson's funeral will be Friday in McKeesport, her family announced. (WTVR.com, VA)
In brief: City of God director tackles Shakespeare Jul 21, 2008
Will Ferrell is to star in 2-Face, a comedy about a man with split personality disorder - the twist is one is racist and the other liberal. No word yet on who will direct nor when filming starts. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Summertime Quick Shots Jul 21, 2008
It seems like someone has a multiple personality disorder. Or should that be multiple blogger disorder. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Corpse in baby mystery tentatively identified Jul 20, 2008
Curry-Demus was examined by psychiatrists at the Allegheny County Jail before her sentencing and was diagnosed with severe depression, personality disorders and auditory hallucinations, the newspaper reported, citing court records. She told doctors she spent a lot of time thinking about her miscarriages and "kept hearing babies cry," the Tribune-Review said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
LOOK, DONT TOUCh Jul 20, 2008
Ambert has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and borderline personality disorder ... Diagnosed in 2000 with bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and borderline personality disorder, Ambert has trained Lukas to perform specific tasks necessary to help with her medical condition, safety and comfort levels. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Letter: Jealousy and immaturity led to meanness in writing Jul 18, 2008
One of the great things about this country is that the people with personality disorders are allowed to express opinions -- regardless of the level of hostility. Bob Biscontini. (Daily Collegian, PA)
