Topic > Holden Caulfield's diagnosis in A Catcher in the Rye...

The period of adolescence is one of growth. During this period necessary physiological, sexual and mental changes will occur in a person, thus making it one of the most important areas of life. If an error is found during the growth of a teenager, it must be corrected. Holden Caulfield is a flawed teenager, so he needs to be fixed. This article will present a diagnosis for Holden, provide evidence for this claim, provide a hypothetical source for his syndrome, and then recommend a course of treatment. The diagnosis for Holden Caulfield is co-occurrence of bipolar I disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder. This was hypothesized due to his recent manic episode, excessive spending and depression, increased energy, constant "talking out loud", inflated self-image, feelings of guilt, suicidal and racing thoughts, childhood obsession, innocence and fear of change. or what can be seen as an anomalous stability requirement]; the recommended treatment is referral to a psychiatrist for medicinal help, short-term therapy, and slow reintegration into the general population.Beep...