Maradona was ‘bipolar’, had ‘narcissistic’ disorder, psychologist tells death trial

The trial surrounding the death of football icon Diego Maradona has taken a new turn with his psychologist, Carlos Diaz, testifying that the legend suffered from bipolar disorder and narcissistic personality disorder. Diaz, who is himself a defendant in the trial, presented these diagnoses in court, asserting they were lifelong conditions. This testimony appears to be a strategic move by Maradona's medical team, who are accused of negligence, to argue that the star was a challenging patient and ultimately died of natural causes. While Maradona's struggles with addiction were widely known, these specific mental health diagnoses have not been publicly disclosed until now. Diaz recounted conversations with Maradona's associates, suggesting his substance use was linked to his sporting career and his inability to cope with frustration. The psychologist also claimed Maradona expressed a desire to change. This trial, the second attempt after the first was annulled, continues to delve into the complex circumstances of Maradona's final days, with seven medical professionals facing potential prison sentences if convicted of homicide with possible intent.

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There is a clinical picture here: an addiction, a bipolar disorder and a personality disorder. These are three chronic, lifelong conditions.