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In reply to the discussion: Does anyone else think TFG is trying to lose on purpose? His actions just make no f***ing sense. [View all]Quixote1818
(31,162 posts)So we are starting to see exactly what Trump believes and what a pig he is. More of a pig than before.
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Yes, dementia can cause people to lose their filters, and it can also reveal the person underneath a narcissist's coping mechanism:
Dementia
As dementia progresses, people lose brain cells that control judgment, planning, memory, and mood. This can lead to a loss of filters.
Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD)
People with NPD often have a fragile ego, manipulative behaviors, and abusive tendencies. They may also have a grandiose sense of self-importance, need constant praise, and exploit others.
Alzheimer's disease
In the later stages of Alzheimer's, the disease can strip away the coping mechanism of NPD. This can reveal the person underneath the narcissism, which can be painful for both the individual and their family.