Maradona trial: psychologist says he had bipolar disorder, narcissistic traits
Summary
A psychologist testified in the trial over football star Diego Maradona’s death, saying Maradona had bipolar disorder, narcissistic personality traits, and addiction problems. The trial is about alleged medical negligence by his care team in 2020, with the defendants arguing he died from natural causes.Key Facts
- Diego Maradona died in November 2020 at age 60 after brain surgery recovery.
- A psychologist involved in the trial said Maradona had bipolar disorder, narcissistic personality traits, and addiction issues like alcohol and cocaine.
- These mental health diagnoses had not been publicly revealed before this testimony.
- The trial focuses on whether Maradona’s medical team was negligent in his care, possibly causing his death.
- Seven medical workers, including a neurosurgeon and psychiatrist, face prison if convicted of homicide with possible intent.
- The defense claims Maradona died due to natural causes, not medical negligence.
- The first trial was annulled due to a judge’s conflict of interest, and a new trial started recently.
- Maradona was regarded as one of the greatest soccer players in history and struggled with substance use linked to his career pressures.
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