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The handwriting on the ransom note shows evidence of possible organic
brain syndrome which could be a result of substance abuse (i.e.,
alcohol, cocaine, or marijuana, which have a short-acting effect on the
brain).
The writing at the beginning of the note is substantially different from
that at the end. At the end, the writing is much more natural, and the
wording has a tone of familiarity. The unusual spacial arrangement
(letter and word spacing is highly variable, as is the right margin),
muddy ductus (line of writing), and slack rhythm is often seen in the
handwritings of criminals.
What all this indicates is someone who has poor ego boundaries and whose
reality testing is flawed. There is evidence of acute anxiety at first,
which gradually changes into close to normal functioning at the end of
the letter. We see fear of the future and desperate attempts at
regaining lost control over an altered perception of reality. The letter
writer feels socially inadequate but there is an intense, hidden
aggression that pops out without warning. The aggression has a sadistic
quality and suggests someone who could very likely be involved in
ritualistic sexual acting out.
Patsy Ramsey's handwriting (notes published in tabloids) reveals an
image-conscious person for whom control is of paramount importance. Her
public persona is unwavering stoicism. Looking good and being perfect is
not only crucial to her emotional well-being, it is all there is. She
has a heavy layer of charm and good manners, and would feel humiliated
at showing her feelings in public.
Regarding the question of whether the ransom note could have been
written by Patsy Ramsey, there are certainly some important
similarities, not so much in individual letter forms, but in the more
fundamental elements. However, comparing a printed sample to a cursive
one is comparing apples to oranges. It would be important to examine
Mrs. Ramsey's handprinting in order to form an accurate opinion on
whether or not she authored the ransom note.
If there was strong enough evidence to suggest that the two handwritings
were done by the same person, some type of dissociative disorder could
not be ruled out.
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Self-Image
Rather than being at the mercy of external forces, Patsy is determined
to remain in command of her feelings and actions at all times. Her
sense of purpose and willpower are strong, indicating that she has the
capacity to apply effort toward achievement. If integrity means staying
true to oneself, then integrity is a quality that Patsy possesses. She
is disposed to choose the course of action she believes is best for the
whole group, rather than for just herself. If all do not notice her
accomplishments, it does not trouble her. A personal sense of pride is
enough reward for her.
Intellectual Preferences
Despite a desire to be more relaxed or light-hearted, her basic common
sense takes over and simply will not allow it. If there is not a sound,
practical reason for something, she is not going to accept it. More
intuitive types might view her as a stick-in-the-mud because she does
not want to accept their visceral approach. She relies on logic for
answers and denies anything less than concrete facts. She is not much
of a dreamer, but that does not mean she doesn't have her private hopes
and wishes.
Emotional Responses
Patsy sees herself as the victim of quicksilver changes of mood. She has
cultivated suffering as an art form and has a certain attachment to the
deep-rooted inner conflicts that play such an important role in her
life. Patsy generally expresses her feelings and opinions when
appropriate and holds back when it is not. A sense of empathy motivates
her to lend a listening ear to those who need it. Yet, she is careful
not to allow others' problems to become burdensome to her. When
circumstances leave Patsy feeling discouraged or disappointed, she is
able to work through problems in a reasonable time frame and regain her
sense of hopefulness. If she is really excited about something, Patsy
does not mind showing her enthusiasm. Otherwise, her expression remains
impassive. She tends not to dig deeply into anything, perhaps because
she does not want to become involved. Or, it might be that she fears she
lacks the capacity to deal with anything too intense.
Defense Mechanisms
She may be friendly and congenial, but even after a long period of
acquaintance, one can never say they really know her. There is a strong
reluctance to share anything of a personal nature, and the invisible
line she draws keeps others from asking questions. When there are
problems with other people she avoids dealing with them directly.
Instead, she will change the subject or try to divert the attention of
those involved into something less stressful. Fear of failing or
looking silly may dampen her enthusiasm for trying new activities or
meeting new people. It takes several successful attempts at a new skill
before she is comfortable enough to openly use what she has learned.
She does her best to stay on an even keel and not become too anxious in
response to stressors. However, whether or not she is successful in
maintaining her equilibrium depends very much on the situation.
Red Flags
Her tough act is just that--an act to cover up her true feelings of
insecurity.
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Self-Image
Driven by a profound need to serve his own imperatives, Note Writer does
not always consider the consequences of his actions. Or, he may
purposely make the wrong choice if he sees it as in his interests, and
simply disregard the consequences. His willpower or sense of purpose is
not well developed, making it difficult for him to realize his goals
once obstacles get in the way of success.
Intellectual Preferences
A predictable routine drives him crazy. Crisis management, where snap
decisions have to be made on the spot, are much more in line with his
temperament. More pragmatic than idealistic, he mostly sticks to what
he knows; but when that is not enough, he is capable of using his
ingenuity to solve problems. When he gets an "Aha!" experience, he does
not quite trust his intuition--at least, not until all the facts are in.
Emotional Responses
Note Writer may spend a great deal of time and energy obsessing about
his emotions. He evidently has undergone some very painful experiences
in the past and cannot seem to stop thinking about them, although there
is no attempt to 'work through' the difficulties and leave them behind.
His moods and responses change from moment to moment, going from high to
low and back up again in a matter of moments. His broad-mindedness can
lead him into trouble. He will believe anything you tell him.
Defense Mechanisms
Note Writer hangs onto everything, from old newspapers to relationships
that should probably have been tossed out long ago. Note Writer is
engaged in an ongoing conflict between a compulsion to act on his
impulses and the need to control them. Most often the pressure to act is
too strong to resist and, in the end, he is angry with himself because
he caved in.
Red Flags
Quick to find fault with others, Note Writer will point out what he
perceives as their shortcomings without hesitation. The writer is the
type of person who likes to take risks and dare to be different.
However, a little bit of this attitude can go a long way. His idea of
being 'different' may be outside the realm of the socially acceptable.
Note Writer is a "stimulation junkie" who never sits still. It is as if
he fears that if he stops moving, something awful will happen. The
writer lacks the necessary perseverance to overcome unforeseen
obstacles. He will keep going for a while, but knowing just what will
cause him to quit is impossible to predict. It may be one thing this
time and something completely different the next. His unpredictability
makes counting on him a big mistake.
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