Does Tony Blair suffer from a personality disorder?

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•Some journalists and neuropsychologists have questioned Blair’s mental stability, citing traits such as a “fierce, quiet intensity,” “self-delusion,” and an ability to convince himself of his own arguments, even when they appeared illogical or unsupported. For example, neuropsychologist Dr. Paul Broks wondered whether Blair could be a “plausible psychopath,” but this was conditional and speculative, hinging on whether weapons of mass destruction were found in Iraq. Dr. Sidney Crown described Blair as having a “devious personality,” but these are opinions rather than diagnoses.

•Political cartoonists and commentators have used satire to portray Blair as having symptoms such as “delusional sense of self-importance” and “religious mania,” but these are not clinical assessments.

•Serious psychological analysis, such as that by Brett Kahr, suggests Blair is a complex character with internal conflicts, but does not label him as mentally ill.

Hubris Syndrome:

•Lord David Owen, a former medical doctor and politician, has argued that Blair (and George W. Bush) developed “hubris syndrome” while in office, particularly during the Iraq War. Hubris syndrome is not a formally recognised mental illness in psychiatric manuals, but describes leaders who develop excessive pride, overconfidence, and contempt for advice as a result of wielding power. Owen cites Blair’s behaviour, messianic manner, and belief in his own judgement as signs of this syndrome.