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	=== Therapists ===		=== Therapists ===
	~~{{Stub}}~~		Daniel has, in the past, worked with therapists to manage his mental health, such as [[Tiffany\|Tiffany Montano]], a licensed clinical social worker and therapist whom operated as Daniel’s therapist from [[2021#May\|May 2021]] to [[2022#June\|June 2022]]. To no one's surprise, her sessions did not help Daniel. Through his delusions of persecution, he convinced himself that she wanted to contact Jakob VanderWaal<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/Daniellarson/comments/tt5u4f/okay_so_my_therapist_is_asking_to_speak_to_jacob/</ref> and coerce him into severing his ties with [[Management]].

	=== Psychiatric Wards ===		=== Psychiatric Wards ===
	While the quality of "help" can be debated, Daniel is no stranger to ~~stays~~ at ~~psychiatric hospitals~~. During the conclusion of the [[Dog Arc]], Daniel was put into a psych ward following him having a [[The 7/11 Incident\|meltdown in a Walmart]], as well as calling the police multiple times to "get his situation heard." While it is unknown if he was truly given medication, a voice note that surfaced during his stay depicts a very medicated sounding Daniel. It is most likely that he was given antipsychotics during his week-long stay.		While the quality of "help" can be debated, Daniel is no stranger to stints at looney bins. During the conclusion of the [[Dog Arc]], Daniel was put into a psych ward following him having a [[The 7/11 Incident\|meltdown in a Walmart]], as well as calling the police multiple times to "get his situation heard." While it is unknown if he was truly given medication, a voice note that surfaced during his stay depicts a very medicated sounding Daniel. It is most likely that he was given antipsychotics during his week-long stay.

	After threatening people with fireworks, Daniel was put into a mental hospital which he has described as "A living hell", where he was given Latuda, a medication used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/shorts/u6AothG63B4</ref>		After threatening people with fireworks, Daniel was put into a mental hospital which he has described as "A living hell", where he was given Latuda, a medication used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/shorts/u6AothG63B4</ref>

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	'''Schizophrenia''' is a mental disorder characterized by episodes of psychosis, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, and [[delusions]].<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schizophrenia</ref> His mother has confirmed him having schizophrenia, just like many other of his mental disorders, as well as the fact Daniel has frequently taken [https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-155134/latuda-oral/details Latuda], a schizophrenia medication. He often shows delusions, believing himself to be in a relationship with several celebrities, believing himself to be in contention with [[Jacob Sartorius]], and most notably, believing himself to be a [[Daniel and reality\|celebrity]]. Daniel has also had episodes of psychosis, believing himself to be watched or being shot at.		'''Schizophrenia''' is a mental disorder characterized by episodes of psychosis, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, and [[delusions]].<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schizophrenia</ref> His mother has confirmed him having schizophrenia, just like many other of his mental disorders, as well as the fact Daniel has frequently taken [https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-155134/latuda-oral/details Latuda], a schizophrenia medication. He often shows delusions, believing himself to be in a relationship with several celebrities, believing himself to be in contention with [[Jacob Sartorius]], and most notably, believing himself to be a [[Daniel and reality\|celebrity]]. Daniel has also had episodes of psychosis, believing himself to be watched or being shot at.

	~~In reference to delusions,~~ Daniel is known to have delusions of grandeur, as well as delusions of persecution. For example, Daniel, at one point, believed himself to be followed by several white vans to a point where he stowed away in a gas station out of fear of being hurt. During the [[UCLA Arc]], Daniel was under the impression that the Chinese government was watching him, after a troll pretending to be a student mentioned having talked to the government. Furthermore, he thought himself to have been poisoned by staff after eating a [[Red Robin Poisoning\|Red Robin]]. After being released from the hospital, his discharge papers described him as having "delusional ideas".		Daniel is known to have delusions of grandeur, as well as delusions of persecution. For example, Daniel at one point believed himself to be followed by several white vans to a point where he stowed away in a gas station out of fear of being hurt. During the [[UCLA Arc]], Daniel was under the impression that the Chinese government was watching him after a troll pretending to be a student mentioned having talked to the government. Furthermore, he thought himself to have been poisoned by staff after eating a [[Red Robin Poisoning\|Red Robin]]. After being released from the hospital, his discharge papers described him as having "delusional ideas".

	In March 2026, Daniel was documented to have delusional thoughts in MCFP Springfield upon arrival, constantly talking about Grace to jail staff. When he was on medication, these thoughts decreased.		In March 2026, Daniel was documented to have delusional thoughts in MCFP Springfield upon arrival, constantly talking about Grace to jail staff. When he was on medication, these thoughts decreased.
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	=== Second Jail Arc ===		=== Second Jail Arc ===
	After being found incompetent for trial on July 19, 2024 during the [[Second Jail Arc]], Daniel was ordered to be institutionalized for a mental health evaluation, and was finally transferred out of FCI Englewood on December 10. Two weeks later, he was institutionalized at MCFP Springfield for competency restoration where spent over a year. He was found competent on March 3, 2026, and his mental health history was documented.		After being found incompetent for trial on July 19, 2024 during the [[Second Jail Arc]], Daniel was ordered to be institutionalized for a mental health evaluation, and was finally transferred out of FCI Englewood on December 10. Two weeks later, he was institutionalized at MCFP Springfield for competency restoration where spent over a year. He was found competent on March 3, 2026, and his mental health history was documented. Following his time at MCFP Springfield in court hearings, Daniel was noted as being much more calm and level-headed than when he was homeless<ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/federal-judge-finds-daniel-larson-competent-to-proceed-sets-trial-date<syntaxhighlight lang="ada">
			"Defendant did not testify during the hearing, but the Court did have an opportunity to observe Defendant over two days in the courtroom. Defendant sat calmly and quietly for over five and a half hours of testimony over two days. He did not engage in disruptive behavior."
			</syntaxhighlight></ref>, though could still be agitated by the presence of trolls<ref>https://larsonleak.net/leakweek/sentencing<syntaxhighlight lang="ada">
			"Daniel was “more on edge this time.” There were about 10 fans in the gallery, including “broccoli-heads from TikTok” thinking Daniel was going to get released today, and a few CU frat members in suits. [...] Daniel did an “angry tongue” as he sat down."
			</syntaxhighlight></ref>. This is because Daniel, since he entered MCFP Springfield, has been under the regular supervision and care of therapists and psychiatrists, and has been regularly taking antipsychotic medication and eating a stable diet.

	== Delusions ==		== Delusions ==
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	=== Persecutory delusions ===		=== Persecutory delusions ===
	Daniel has a well-established persecution complex.		Daniel has a well-established persecution complex. He thinks that unknown entities prosecute him because he is, among other reasons, "[...] fucking famous, bitch!".

	=== Grandiose delusions ===		=== Grandiose delusions ===
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	=== Erotomanic delusions ===		=== Erotomanic delusions ===
	Daniel has many weird, if not depraved sexual delusions towards others, in particular [[Grace VanderWaal]].		Daniel has many weird, if not depraved sexual delusions towards others, in particular [[Grace VanderWaal]].

	=== Referential delusions ===		=== Referential delusions ===
	Daniel often times sees gestures, comments and environmental cues, that, to the mentally sound, would be benign and confidential; for Daniel, however, he has had several moments where he believed such things were directed at him.j		Daniel often times sees gestures, comments and environmental cues, that, to the mentally sound, would be benign and confidential; for Daniel, however, he has had several moments where he believed such things were directed at him.

	=== Nihilistic delusions ===		=== Nihilistic delusions ===
	Daniel has been recorded to, on occasion, hold delusion beliefs of an impending catastrophe.		Daniel has been recorded to, on occasion, hold delusion beliefs of an impending catastrophe. This is seen plainly through his community tab posts and the [[Nuke Incident]].

	== See Also ==		== See Also ==

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	=== Traumatic brain injury (TBI) ===		=== Traumatic brain injury (TBI) ===
	Based on the March 2026 court documents, it is heavily implied that Daniel has permanent brain injury sustained from both his [[self-harm]] and the abuse perpetrated by his mother. On the competency documents, it states that, along with the trauma sustained by him punching himself in the face, there were reports all the way from 2011 that states that Daniel's mother reported that he had a "non-accidental head injury" when he was only 3 weeks old. He also had a seizure when he was 5 months old. It is said that 1 out of 10 people who were hospitalized after a TBI will have seizures<ref>https://msktc.org/tbi/factsheets/seizures-after-traumatic-brain-injury</ref>. The court documents also states that Daniel reported about an incident where his mother hit him with a hammer when he was only 8 years old. All these circumstances may have ~~exarcerbated~~ his cognitive ~~abilities~~ and may have influenced his low-IQ.		Based on the March 2026 court documents, it is heavily implied that Daniel has permanent brain injury sustained from both his [[self-harm]] and the abuse perpetrated by his mother. On the competency documents, it states that, along with the trauma sustained by him punching himself in the face, there were reports all the way from 2011 that states that Daniel's mother reported that he had a "non-accidental head injury" when he was only 3 weeks old. He also had a seizure when he was 5 months old. It is said that 1 out of 10 people who were hospitalized after a TBI will have seizures<ref>https://msktc.org/tbi/factsheets/seizures-after-traumatic-brain-injury</ref>. The court documents also states that Daniel reported about an incident where his mother hit him with a hammer when he was only 8 years old. All these circumstances may have exacerbated his cognitive difficulties and may have influenced his low IQ.

	=== Daniel's refusal to accept help ===		=== Daniel's refusal to accept help ===

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	{{Quote\|So, because of my autism, my grandmother passed away of cancer.\|author=Daniel, at a [[Roe v. Wade Reversal Protest\|Roe v. Wade protest]].}}		{{Quote\|So, because of my autism, my grandmother passed away of cancer.\|author=Daniel, at a [[Roe v. Wade Reversal Protest\|Roe v. Wade protest]].}}

	[[Daniel]] has a troubled relationship with '''mental healthcare''' and '''mental health professionals'''. He is very mentally ill, something even those ~~who are~~ not well-averse in psychiatry can see ~~clearly~~.		[[Daniel]] has a troubled relationship with '''mental healthcare''' and '''mental health professionals'''. He is very mentally ill, something even those not well-averse in psychiatry can clearly see.

	Daniel's delusions are downright dangerous, from thinking he is in a romantic relationship with celebrity [[Grace VanderWaal]], all the way to believing he is a world-famous [[Music\|musician]] that is above the law. He is not the brightest candle on the cake, having a childlike mental capacity in comparison with his physical age. This is most apparent in his [[Tennyson Center]] interview, where during the interview, Daniel acts more like a 7-year-old despite being 14 at the time of recording.		Daniel's delusions are downright dangerous, from thinking he is in a romantic relationship with celebrity [[Grace VanderWaal]], all the way to believing he is a world-famous [[Music\|musician]] that is above the law. He is not the brightest candle on the cake, having a childlike mental capacity in comparison with his physical age. This is most apparent in his [[Tennyson Center]] interview, where during the interview, Daniel acts more like a 7-year-old despite being 14 at the time of recording.

	As a result of his myriad of disorders, neglectful upbringing, enabling, his very poor intellect, inability to perform self-care, and poor handling of certain situations, Daniel fails to function as an adult. The disorders he is confirmed to have as of March 2026 are '''autism''', '''bipolar disorder''', '''PTSD''', '''~~an unknown psychotic disorder~~''' ~~and~~ '''~~schizophrenia~~''' and possible '''traumatic brain injury (TBI)''' ~~caused by the abuse his mother inflicted to him in his childhood~~. Due to Daniel's hostile relationship with psychotherapy, there are most likely other conditions he suffers from that will remain undiagnosed for the foreseeable future.		As a result of his myriad of disorders, neglectful upbringing, enabling, his very poor intellect, inability to perform self-care, and poor handling of certain situations, Daniel fails to function as an adult. The disorders he is confirmed to have as of March 2026 are '''autism''', '''bipolar disorder''', '''PTSD''', and '''schizophrenia,''' as well as '''an unknown psychotic disorder''' and possible '''traumatic brain injury (TBI)'''. Due to Daniel's hostile relationship with psychotherapy, there are most likely other conditions he suffers from that will remain undiagnosed for the foreseeable future.

	== Daniel~~'s Conditions & Issues~~ ==		== The Problem(s) with Daniel ==

	=== Autism ===		=== Autism ===
	Daniel is confirmed to be autistic by both his [[Elisabeth Shimer\|mother]], ~~and~~ by Daniel himself. '''Autism''', formally classified as '''Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)''', refers to a loosely defined, but interconnected, range of neurological challenges with social interaction and communication.		Daniel is confirmed to be autistic by both his [[Elisabeth Shimer\|mother]], by Daniel himself, and by court documents. '''Autism''', formally classified as '''Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)''', refers to a loosely defined, but interconnected, range of neurological challenges with social interaction and communication.

	His naïveté, poorly developed social skills, and [[meltdowns]], are all common symptoms of ASD. Daniel has been speculated to have sensory issues, which is commonly seen among those with autism. This is evidenced by the fact that Daniel rarely, if ever, [[Hygiene\|bathes]]. This has caused theories to form, speculating if Daniel may have hypersensitivity issues to bathing — meaning that he has an aversion to bathing due to the sensation and/or texture of it on his skin.		His naïveté, poorly developed social skills, and [[meltdowns]], are all common symptoms of ASD. Daniel has been speculated to have sensory issues, which is commonly seen among those with autism. This is evidenced by the fact that Daniel rarely, if ever, [[Hygiene\|bathes]]. This has caused theories to form, speculating if Daniel may have hypersensitivity issues to bathing — meaning that he has an aversion to bathing due to the sensation and/or texture of it on his skin.

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	'''Bipolar disorder''' is a mental disorder characterized by rapid and extreme mood swings, characterized by periods of depression, abnormal elation, and sometimes psychosis.<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bipolar_disorder</ref> While not mentioned by Daniel, his mother has confirmed that he is diagnosed with it.		'''Bipolar disorder''' is a mental disorder characterized by rapid and extreme mood swings, characterized by periods of depression, abnormal elation, and sometimes psychosis.<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bipolar_disorder</ref> While not mentioned by Daniel, his mother has confirmed that he is diagnosed with it.

	~~====~~ Daniel is most likely diagnosed with Bipolar I, a more severe subtype of the disorder which presents with full-blown mania (in contrast to the milder hypomania in II) and often psychosis, a mental state which Daniel exhibits many classic symptoms of. Another major driving force behind Daniel's [[meltdowns]] is his bipolar, as in multiple of them, he is seen exhibiting psychotic behaviors. As an example, during the [[Likee Meltdown]], Daniel repeatedly threatened to commit suicide, as well as self-harming, if he was not given information on the status of [[Grace VanderWaal]] and her family. ~~====~~		Daniel is most likely diagnosed with Bipolar I, a more severe subtype of the disorder which presents with full-blown mania (in contrast to the milder hypomania in II) and often psychosis, a mental state which Daniel exhibits many classic symptoms of. Another major driving force behind Daniel's [[meltdowns]] is his bipolar, as in multiple of them, he is seen exhibiting psychotic behaviors. As an example, during the [[Likee Meltdown]], Daniel repeatedly threatened to commit suicide, as well as self-harming, if he was not given information on the status of [[Grace VanderWaal]] and her family.

	=== PTSD ===		=== PTSD ===

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	'''Bipolar disorder''' is a mental disorder characterized by rapid and extreme mood swings, characterized by periods of depression, abnormal elation, and sometimes psychosis.<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bipolar_disorder</ref> While not mentioned by Daniel, his mother has confirmed that he is diagnosed with it.		'''Bipolar disorder''' is a mental disorder characterized by rapid and extreme mood swings, characterized by periods of depression, abnormal elation, and sometimes psychosis.<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bipolar_disorder</ref> While not mentioned by Daniel, his mother has confirmed that he is diagnosed with it.

	Daniel is most likely diagnosed with Bipolar I, a more severe subtype of the disorder which presents with full-blown mania (in contrast to the milder hypomania in II) and often psychosis, a mental state which Daniel exhibits many classic symptoms of. Another major driving force behind Daniel's [[meltdowns]] is his bipolar, as in multiple of them, he is seen exhibiting psychotic behaviors. As an example, during the [[Likee Meltdown]], Daniel repeatedly threatened to commit suicide, as well as self-harming, if he was not given information on the status of [[Grace VanderWaal]] and her family.		==== Daniel is most likely diagnosed with Bipolar I, a more severe subtype of the disorder which presents with full-blown mania (in contrast to the milder hypomania in II) and often psychosis, a mental state which Daniel exhibits many classic symptoms of. Another major driving force behind Daniel's [[meltdowns]] is his bipolar, as in multiple of them, he is seen exhibiting psychotic behaviors. As an example, during the [[Likee Meltdown]], Daniel repeatedly threatened to commit suicide, as well as self-harming, if he was not given information on the status of [[Grace VanderWaal]] and her family. ====

	=== PTSD ===		=== PTSD ===
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	In March 2026, Daniel was documented to have delusional thoughts in MCFP Springfield upon arrival, constantly talking about Grace to jail staff. When he was on medication, these thoughts decreased.		In March 2026, Daniel was documented to have delusional thoughts in MCFP Springfield upon arrival, constantly talking about Grace to jail staff. When he was on medication, these thoughts decreased.

			=== Traumatic brain injury (TBI) ===
			Based on the March 2026 court documents, it is heavily implied that Daniel has permanent brain injury sustained from both his [[self-harm]] and the abuse perpetrated by his mother. On the competency documents, it states that, along with the trauma sustained by him punching himself in the face, there were reports all the way from 2011 that states that Daniel's mother reported that he had a "non-accidental head injury" when he was only 3 weeks old. He also had a seizure when he was 5 months old. It is said that 1 out of 10 people who were hospitalized after a TBI will have seizures<ref>https://msktc.org/tbi/factsheets/seizures-after-traumatic-brain-injury</ref>. The court documents also states that Daniel reported about an incident where his mother hit him with a hammer when he was only 8 years old. All these circumstances may have exarcerbated his cognitive abilities and may have influenced his low-IQ.

	=== Daniel's refusal to accept help ===		=== Daniel's refusal to accept help ===

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Autism

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	Another, much more dangerous, symptom of autism is [[Self Harm\|self harm]]. Daniel can be seen in several meltdowns hitting himself, punching holes in walls, screaming, wailing, and slamming his head into his hands. This may be his version of saying that he does not like what is going on around him, as that is a common reason people with autism self-harm this way.<ref name=":0">https://autism.org/causes-and-interventions-for-self-injury-in-autism/</ref> Even though this is often a way for people with autism to signal things, it has also been speculated that Daniel does this to simply garner sympathy. Self harming is, oftentimes, a learned behavior, and Daniel may have self harmed this way when he was younger to get the attention he wants.<ref name=":0" />		Another, much more dangerous, symptom of autism is [[Self Harm\|self harm]]. Daniel can be seen in several meltdowns hitting himself, punching holes in walls, screaming, wailing, and slamming his head into his hands. This may be his version of saying that he does not like what is going on around him, as that is a common reason people with autism self-harm this way.<ref name=":0">https://autism.org/causes-and-interventions-for-self-injury-in-autism/</ref> Even though this is often a way for people with autism to signal things, it has also been speculated that Daniel does this to simply garner sympathy. Self harming is, oftentimes, a learned behavior, and Daniel may have self harmed this way when he was younger to get the attention he wants.<ref name=":0" />

	Contrary to popular beliefs, autism does not necessarily make someone automatically smart, nor does it increase someone's IQ (unlike the much more appropriate "Savant syndrome"). In fact, around 60-70% of all autistic person have <90 IQ and only 5% of autistic people have greater-than average IQ. It is possible that Daniel is between the mid to low functioning autism. However, he most likely does not have high functioning autism, as many who are live typically normal adult lives without needing any help.		Contrary to popular beliefs, autism does not necessarily make someone automatically smart, nor does it increase someone's IQ (unlike the much more appropriate "Savant syndrome"). In fact, around 60-70% of all autistic person have <90 IQ and only 5% of autistic people have greater-than average IQ. It is possible that Daniel is between the mid to low functioning autism. However, he most likely does not have high functioning autism, as many who are live typically normal adult lives without needing any help. In fact, based on the new court documents that were released in March 2026, Daniel is said to have an '''IQ of 72''', making him borderline intellectually functioning. He was only 2 points away from being medically considered intellectually disabled, making him incompetent to stand trial.

	Interestingly, there is a strong link between mothers with lupus, specifically systemic lupus erythematosus, giving birth to children with autism.<ref>https://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-10-moms-lupus-children-autism.html</ref> Daniels [[Elisabeth Shimer\|mother]] suffers from lupus, so much so that she would eventually be left wheelchair-bound due to it. While unknown, it is likely that Daniel may have inherited his autism from this.		Interestingly, there is a strong link between mothers with lupus, specifically systemic lupus erythematosus, giving birth to children with autism.<ref>https://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-10-moms-lupus-children-autism.html</ref> Daniels [[Elisabeth Shimer\|mother]] suffers from lupus, so much so that she would eventually be left wheelchair-bound due to it. While unknown, it is likely that Daniel may have inherited his autism from this.

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	Daniel's delusions are downright dangerous, from thinking he is in a romantic relationship with celebrity [[Grace VanderWaal]], all the way to believing he is a world-famous [[Music\|musician]] that is above the law. He is not the brightest candle on the cake, having a childlike mental capacity in comparison with his physical age. This is most apparent in his [[Tennyson Center]] interview, where during the interview, Daniel acts more like a 7-year-old despite being 14 at the time of recording.		Daniel's delusions are downright dangerous, from thinking he is in a romantic relationship with celebrity [[Grace VanderWaal]], all the way to believing he is a world-famous [[Music\|musician]] that is above the law. He is not the brightest candle on the cake, having a childlike mental capacity in comparison with his physical age. This is most apparent in his [[Tennyson Center]] interview, where during the interview, Daniel acts more like a 7-year-old despite being 14 at the time of recording.

	As a result of his myriad of disorders, neglectful upbringing, enabling, his very poor intellect, inability to perform self-care, and poor handling of certain situations, Daniel fails to function as an adult. The disorders he is confirmed to have as of March 2026 are '''autism''', '''bipolar disorder''', '''PTSD''', '''an unknown psychotic disorder''' and '''schizophrenia'''. Due to Daniel's hostile relationship with psychotherapy, there are most likely other conditions he suffers from that will remain undiagnosed for the foreseeable future.		As a result of his myriad of disorders, neglectful upbringing, enabling, his very poor intellect, inability to perform self-care, and poor handling of certain situations, Daniel fails to function as an adult. The disorders he is confirmed to have as of March 2026 are '''autism''', '''bipolar disorder''', '''PTSD''', '''an unknown psychotic disorder''' and '''schizophrenia''' and possible '''traumatic brain injury (TBI)''' caused by the abuse his mother inflicted to him in his childhood. Due to Daniel's hostile relationship with psychotherapy, there are most likely other conditions he suffers from that will remain undiagnosed for the foreseeable future.

	== Daniel's Conditions & Issues ==		== Daniel's Conditions & Issues ==

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	Daniel's delusions are downright dangerous, from thinking he is in a romantic relationship with celebrity [[Grace VanderWaal]], all the way to believing he is a world-famous [[Music\|musician]] that is above the law. He is not the brightest candle on the cake, having a childlike mental capacity in comparison with his physical age. This is most apparent in his [[Tennyson Center]] interview, where during the interview, Daniel acts more like a 7-year-old despite being 14 at the time of recording.		Daniel's delusions are downright dangerous, from thinking he is in a romantic relationship with celebrity [[Grace VanderWaal]], all the way to believing he is a world-famous [[Music\|musician]] that is above the law. He is not the brightest candle on the cake, having a childlike mental capacity in comparison with his physical age. This is most apparent in his [[Tennyson Center]] interview, where during the interview, Daniel acts more like a 7-year-old despite being 14 at the time of recording.

	As a result of his myriad of disorders, neglectful upbringing, enabling, his very poor intellect, inability to perform self-care, and poor handling of certain situations, Daniel fails to function as an adult. The disorders he is confirmed to have as of ~~July 2024~~ are '''autism''', '''bipolar disorder''', '''PTSD''', and '''schizophrenia'''. Due to Daniel's hostile relationship with psychotherapy, there are most likely other conditions he suffers from that will remain undiagnosed for the foreseeable future.		As a result of his myriad of disorders, neglectful upbringing, enabling, his very poor intellect, inability to perform self-care, and poor handling of certain situations, Daniel fails to function as an adult. The disorders he is confirmed to have as of March 2026 are '''autism''', '''bipolar disorder''', '''PTSD''', '''an unknown psychotic disorder''' and '''schizophrenia'''. Due to Daniel's hostile relationship with psychotherapy, there are most likely other conditions he suffers from that will remain undiagnosed for the foreseeable future.

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	'''Schizophrenia''' is a mental disorder characterized by episodes of psychosis, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, and [[delusions]].<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schizophrenia</ref> His mother has confirmed him having schizophrenia, just like many other of his mental disorders, as well as the fact Daniel has frequently taken [https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-155134/latuda-oral/details Latuda], a schizophrenia medication. He often shows delusions, believing himself to be in a relationship with several celebrities, believing himself to be in contention with [[Jacob Sartorius]], and most notably, believing himself to be a [[Daniel and reality\|celebrity]]. Daniel has also had episodes of psychosis, believing himself to be watched or being shot at.		'''Schizophrenia''' is a mental disorder characterized by episodes of psychosis, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, and [[delusions]].<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schizophrenia</ref> His mother has confirmed him having schizophrenia, just like many other of his mental disorders, as well as the fact Daniel has frequently taken [https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-155134/latuda-oral/details Latuda], a schizophrenia medication. He often shows delusions, believing himself to be in a relationship with several celebrities, believing himself to be in contention with [[Jacob Sartorius]], and most notably, believing himself to be a [[Daniel and reality\|celebrity]]. Daniel has also had episodes of psychosis, believing himself to be watched or being shot at.

	In reference to delusions, Daniel is known to have delusions of grandeur, as well as delusions of persecution. For example, Daniel, at one point, believed himself to be followed by several white vans to a point where he stowed away in a gas station out of fear of being hurt. During the [[UCLA Arc]], Daniel was under the impression that the Chinese government was watching him, after a troll pretending to be a student mentioned having talked to the government. Furthermore, he thought himself to have been poisoned by staff after eating a [[Red Robin Poisoning\|Red Robin]]. After being released from the hospital, his discharge papers described him as having "delusional ideas".		In reference to delusions, Daniel is known to have delusions of grandeur, as well as delusions of persecution. For example, Daniel, at one point, believed himself to be followed by several white vans to a point where he stowed away in a gas station out of fear of being hurt. During the [[UCLA Arc]], Daniel was under the impression that the Chinese government was watching him, after a troll pretending to be a student mentioned having talked to the government. Furthermore, he thought himself to have been poisoned by staff after eating a [[Red Robin Poisoning\|Red Robin]]. After being released from the hospital, his discharge papers described him as having "delusional ideas".

			In March 2026, Daniel was documented to have delusional thoughts in MCFP Springfield upon arrival, constantly talking about Grace to jail staff. When he was on medication, these thoughts decreased.

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	=== Second Jail Arc ===		=== Second Jail Arc ===
	After being found incompetent for trial on July 19, 2024 during the [[Second Jail Arc]], Daniel was ordered to be institutionalized for a mental health evaluation, and was finally transferred out of FCI Englewood on December 10. Two weeks later, he was institutionalized at MCFP Springfield for competency restoration where ~~he is presently incarcerated~~.		After being found incompetent for trial on July 19, 2024 during the [[Second Jail Arc]], Daniel was ordered to be institutionalized for a mental health evaluation, and was finally transferred out of FCI Englewood on December 10. Two weeks later, he was institutionalized at MCFP Springfield for competency restoration where spent over a year. He was found competent on March 3, 2026, and his mental health history was documented.

	== Delusions ==		== Delusions ==

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	Another, much more dangerous, symptom of autism is [[Self Harm\|self harm]]. Daniel can be seen in several meltdowns hitting himself, punching holes in walls, screaming, wailing, and slamming his head into his hands. This may be his version of saying that he does not like what is going on around him, as that is a common reason people with autism self-harm this way.<ref name=":0">https://autism.org/causes-and-interventions-for-self-injury-in-autism/</ref> Even though this is often a way for people with autism to signal things, it has also been speculated that Daniel does this to simply garner sympathy. Self harming is, oftentimes, a learned behavior, and Daniel may have self harmed this way when he was younger to get the attention he wants.<ref name=":0" />		Another, much more dangerous, symptom of autism is [[Self Harm\|self harm]]. Daniel can be seen in several meltdowns hitting himself, punching holes in walls, screaming, wailing, and slamming his head into his hands. This may be his version of saying that he does not like what is going on around him, as that is a common reason people with autism self-harm this way.<ref name=":0">https://autism.org/causes-and-interventions-for-self-injury-in-autism/</ref> Even though this is often a way for people with autism to signal things, it has also been speculated that Daniel does this to simply garner sympathy. Self harming is, oftentimes, a learned behavior, and Daniel may have self harmed this way when he was younger to get the attention he wants.<ref name=":0" />

	Contrary to popular beliefs, autism does not necessarily make someone automatically smart, nor does it increase someone's IQ (unlike the much more appropriate "Savant syndrome"). In fact, around 60-70% of all autistic person have <90 IQ and only 5% of autistic people have greater-than average IQ. It is possible that Daniel ~~Larson~~ is between the mid to low functioning autism. However, he most likely does not have high functioning autism, as many who are live typically normal adult lives without needing any help.		Contrary to popular beliefs, autism does not necessarily make someone automatically smart, nor does it increase someone's IQ (unlike the much more appropriate "Savant syndrome"). In fact, around 60-70% of all autistic person have <90 IQ and only 5% of autistic people have greater-than average IQ. It is possible that Daniel is between the mid to low functioning autism. However, he most likely does not have high functioning autism, as many who are live typically normal adult lives without needing any help.

	Interestingly, there is a strong link between mothers with lupus, specifically systemic lupus erythematosus, giving birth to children with autism.<ref>https://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-10-moms-lupus-children-autism.html</ref> Daniels [[Elisabeth Shimer\|mother]] suffers from lupus, so much so that she would eventually be left wheelchair-bound due to it. While unknown, it is likely that Daniel may have inherited his autism from this.		Interestingly, there is a strong link between mothers with lupus, specifically systemic lupus erythematosus, giving birth to children with autism.<ref>https://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-10-moms-lupus-children-autism.html</ref> Daniels [[Elisabeth Shimer\|mother]] suffers from lupus, so much so that she would eventually be left wheelchair-bound due to it. While unknown, it is likely that Daniel may have inherited his autism from this.