I posted a piece yesterday regarding Trump's cognitive decline and I've done a few of those recently because I'm absolutely convinced that, A) It is 100% true and B) It is really, really important that we all see it and recognize it and understand that we have to deal with it and the longer we wait the worse it will be.
Some have commented that I'm talking out of my ass. So, I wanted to show you some of the materials I found and used as source documentation for my piece. (I'm not just winging it). Shown below, I've included 15 examples of experts in the field weighing in on Trump's mental health and I've left links at the end of each entry for where the information was found. I did not include really long technical stuff because it takes up a lot of reading time that I'm pretty sure you don't want from my blog. So, to any that doubt me or my methods, maybe just accept that I looked this shit up.
They are split up into seven section: 1- Speech and Linguistic Patterns 2- Behavioral Observations 3- Expert Opinions and Assessments 4- Family Insights 5- Public Perception and Polling 6- Official Health Assessments 7 Amplification of Conspiracy Theory Claiming Biden Was Replaced by Clones
Comprehensive Overview: Donald Trump's Cognitive Decline and Recent Behavior
1. Speech and Linguistic Patterns
1.1. Increased Tangentiality and Simplification A 2024 linguistic analysis by STAT News identified notable changes in Trump's speech patterns compared to earlier years. Experts observed more frequent digressions, shorter sentences, and a rise in "all-or-nothing" language (e.g., "always," "never"), which are often associated with cognitive decline. Additionally, there was a marked decrease in the complexity of his language, with his analytic thinking scores significantly lower than those of typical presidential candidates. Source: STAT News
1.2. Observations by Dr. Jennifer Mercieca Dr. Jennifer Mercieca, a rhetoric professor at Texas A&M University, noted that Trump's unscripted speeches have become increasingly disorganized and digressive. She suggests that this lack of focus and coherence may indicate cognitive decline. Trump refers to his speaking style as "the weave," claiming it demonstrates rhetorical skill, but critics argue it may mask underlying incoherence. Source: The Daily Beast
Advertisement
1.3. Analysis by Dr. Ben Michaelis Clinical psychologist Dr. Ben Michaelis highlighted Trump's tendency to jump from topic to topic without clear connections, a pattern known as tangential speech. Such speech patterns can be indicative of cognitive issues, including early signs of dementia. Source: PBS
2. Behavioral Observations
2.1. Public Misstatements and Confusions Trump has made several public misstatements, such as confusing individuals (e.g., referring to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán as the leader of Turkey) and events (e.g., claiming Joan Rivers voted for him in 2016, despite her passing in 2014). These errors have raised concerns about his memory and cognitive clarity. Source: Wikipedia
2.2. Unusual Public Behavior At a 2024 town hall event in Philadelphia, Trump abruptly played DJ for 30 minutes, an action some experts, like Dr. Harry Segal of Cornell University, interpret as a sign of impulsivity linked to cognitive decline. Dr. Segal also noted instances of Trump exhibiting a strange gait and speech issues, such as phonemic paraphasia, which can be associated with dementia. Source: Cornell Arts & Sciences
3. Expert Opinions and Assessments
3.1. Dr. John Gartner's Perspective Psychologist Dr. John Gartner, founder of the "Duty to Warn" coalition, has been vocal about his concerns regarding Trump's mental health. He asserts that Trump exhibits signs of dementia and other mental health issues, making him unfit for office. Source: MindSite News
3.2. Statement from the World Mental Health Coalition In November 2024, the World Mental Health Coalition, comprising psychiatrists and doctors, released a statement expressing concerns about Trump's cognitive function, citing "manifestations of poor cognitive function" and suggesting he shows signs of dementia. Source: MindSite News
3.3. Observations by Dr. Jeffrey Kuhlman Dr. Jeffrey Kuhlman, former physician to President Obama, expressed doubts about Trump's cognitive health in a 2024 interview, noting signs of cognitive decline. Source: Wikipedia
4. Family Insights
4.1. Fred C. Trump III's Observations Fred C. Trump III, nephew of Donald Trump, has publicly expressed concerns about his uncle's cognitive health, drawing parallels between Donald's recent behavior and their grandfather's decline from Alzheimer's disease. He describes witnessing similar symptoms in Donald, such as confusion and disorientation. Source: People
5. Public Perception and Polling
5.1. Voter Concerns A July 2024 poll indicated that 60% of voters believed Trump was too old for a second term, reflecting growing public concern about his cognitive fitness. Source: Wikipedia
6. Official Health Assessments
6.1. Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Score Trump has cited a perfect score on the MoCA test administered in 2018 as evidence of his cognitive health. However, experts argue that this test is a basic screening tool and not comprehensive enough to assess the complex cognitive demands of the presidency. Source: Wikipedia
7. Amplification of Conspiracy Theory Claiming Biden Was Replaced by Clones
7.1. Trump's Reposting of Baseless Claim On June 1, 2025, former President Donald Trump shared a post on his Truth Social platform that claimed President Joe Biden was executed in 2020 and replaced by "soulless, mindless" clones. The original post, from a user with a modest following, stated: "There is no #JoeBiden — executed in 2020. #Biden clones doubles & robotic engineered soulless mindless entities are what you see. >#Democrats dont know the difference." Trump did not add any commentary to the repost. Source: New York Post
7.2. Public and Media Reaction The reposting of this unfounded conspiracy theory drew widespread criticism from various media outlets and commentators. Many expressed concern over the promotion of baseless claims, especially given the lack of evidence supporting such assertions. Critics highlighted the potential dangers of disseminating misinformation, particularly from influential political figures. Source: The Daily Beast
7.3. Contextual Background This incident occurred shortly after President Biden publicly disclosed his diagnosis of stage 4 metastatic prostate cancer. The timing of Trump's repost led to further scrutiny, with some observers questioning the appropriateness of sharing such a claim during a period of personal health challenges for the sitting president. Source: People
7.4. Historical Pattern of Conspiracy Theory Promotion Trump's sharing of the Biden clone conspiracy aligns with a broader pattern of promoting unsubstantiated theories. Throughout his political career, he has amplified various conspiracy narratives, including those related to election integrity and public health. This behavior has been documented and analyzed extensively, raising concerns about the impact on public discourse and trust in democratic institutions. Source: Wikipedia
Originally published at http://tmotr.wordpress.com on July 11, 2025.