Historical Personalities

390 psychological portraits analyzed through CBT, attachment theory, Young schemas, and the Big Five model.

By Gildas Garrec, CBT Psychopractitioner

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Hannibal Barca: Why His Obsession With Victory Destroyed Him

Explore Hannibal Barca's psychology through Young's schemas, attachment, and CBT. Understand how his obsession with victory led to his downfall.

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About this collection

This collection of 390 psychological portraits analyzes historical figures through the lens of modern psychology: Young's early maladaptive schemas, attachment theory (Bowlby), the Big Five personality model (OCEAN), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Each portrait explores personality traits, defense mechanisms, attachment styles, and behavioral patterns — offering insights into the psychological dynamics that shaped history.

Note: All posthumous psychological analyses are hypothetical and based on historical documentation.

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