Dangerous statements and public influence: An expert explains Elon Musk’s mental state
9 January 17:50
OPINION
Elon Musk, a billionaire and owner of a number of global companies, is once again in the spotlight for his controversial statements. In response to a statement by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who emphasized that “Canada will never become part of America,” Musk wrote on social media:
“Girl, you’re not the governor of Canada anymore, so it doesn’t matter what you say anymore.”
This statement drew criticism because it was perceived as a gross interference in the political affairs of another country. However, whether the newly elected US President Trump tolerates such statements, what place Elon Musk will have in the new White House administration, and what syndrome experts diagnose the US businessman and billionaire with – further in the article
Seth Abramson, Elon Musk’s biographer, who has been researching his activities for two years, expressed concern about the billionaire’s mental state:
“His personal struggles would not be of general concern if they did not have dramatic societal consequences. His control over many industries important to civilization and his proximity to the new president pose a threat. Musk is increasingly inciting violence, and that puts us all at risk,” said Seth Abramson
Abramson also called for an investigation into the potential risks to US national security due to Musk’s actions.
He is a socio-political psychologist: Musk as a social phenomenon
Valentin Kim, a socio-political psychologist and expert in non-verbal communication, in an exclusive commentary for
“Only a psychiatrist can make a diagnosis and only in conditions where it is possible to examine the patient. Elon Musk is not a patient. However, there is a lot of information that he may have Asperger’s syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder,” Kim explained.
The expert notes that people with Asperger’s syndrome are often characterized by extreme perseverance and deep immersion in their interests.
“They can achieve high results in their fields because it is very difficult to tear them away from what they are interested in. At the same time, they are characterized by a low ability to empathize, which can manifest itself in the difficulty of understanding other people’s motives and emotional behavior,” Valentyn Kim
As an example, Valentin Kim recalled Musk’s early start in programming, the sale of his first product, and subsequent significant achievements in business. These people can be extremely effective, but often neglect the emotional needs of others, the expert adds.
“For example, Musk allegedly forced employees to work beyond the norm, which created significant stress, but at the same time provided the company with high results,” Valentyn Kim
The social component also plays an important role in Elon Musk’s behavior. A person who gains significant power can start doing things he would not do in other circumstances, Kim says.
“His bold statements and insults to his opponents are not only about psychological characteristics, but also about the influence of social status. Musk, like Donald Trump, is fond of drawing attention to his personality, which makes his behavior demonstrative and scandalous,” said Kim.
Kim also drew attention to Musk’s possible narcissism, which may compensate for an emotional deficit from childhood. He says that his behavior is aimed at being the center of attention, so that everyone talks about him. This may be an attempt to compensate for what he lacked as a child.
However, Musk’s strange behavior has serious consequences.
“His statements can cause significant damage, including increasing tensions between the United States and its allies. This poses risks to future relations and may have a long-term impact on international politics,” summarized Valentin Kim
Elon Musk’s place in the White House
Earlier, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump announced the creation of a new executive agency, the Office of Government Effectiveness, to be headed by billionaire Elon Musk and Republican politician Vivek Ramaswamy. This news was an important signal of the Trump administration’s ambitious plans to reform government structures.
According to the BBC, Trump expressed confidence in the potential of the newly appointed co-chairs.
“These two great Americans will pave the way for my administration to cut red tape, reduce over-regulation, end wasteful spending, and restructure federal agencies,” Donald Trump said.
Trump also set a deadline for achieving these goals – July 4, 2026, the US Independence Day.
Elon Musk, who invested about $200 million in Trump’s election campaign, may become a key figure in the implementation of innovative ideas in public administration. Known for his entrepreneurial spirit, Musk already has considerable experience in implementing large-scale projects, which could be an advantage for the new department.
