Vladimir Putin's behavior, especially his walking style, has long attracted the attention of scientists and psychologists.
This was reported by URA-Inform with reference to Comments.
The peculiarity is that he actively waves his left hand, while his right hand remains almost motionless. Researchers have proposed several theories to explain this asymmetry.
One of the most common assumptions is related to Putin's professional past in the KGB. According to data published in the BMJ, agents were taught to keep their right hand close to their body so that they could quickly draw a weapon if necessary. This habit, developed during service, could have remained for many years and affected their gait, which was called the “shooter's walk”.
Other hypotheses concern medical factors. Some experts believe that this feature could be an early sign of neurological disorders, such as Parkinson's disease. However, the lack of other symptoms of this disease makes this version unlikely.
Finally, there is a psychological view of the issue. Some experts believe that an asymmetrical gait could be intentional and serve as part of creating a certain image. For example, it can symbolize strictness, confidence or readiness to act, reinforcing the image of a leader.
Despite the variety of theories, due to the lack of data, this is just one hypothesis that is difficult to confirm.
Recall that earlier it was reported that Putin sent a signal to Trump at a press conference: experts pointed out an important nuance.
