Is there a T.R.U.M.P. brain? Implications for mental health and world peace

Abstract

HIGHLIGHTS: Specific mind-brain processes are associated with political attitudes. The risks of a T.R.U.M.P. mindset are highlighted. An alternative G.A.N.D.H.I. mindset is suggested. ABSTRACT: Neuroscientists have begun to investigate whether different political attitudes are associated with specific mind-brain markers. In this article, we build on political neuroscience research to briefly illustrate the structure and function of a Threatening, Reactionary, Unforgiving, Machiavellian, and Partisan (T.R.U.M.P.) mindset. Additionally, we discussed, building on neuroscience and clinical evidence, how to counteract the T.R.U.M.P. mindset.