The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

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Jewell seems to be the subject of this mental disorder, coupled with scientific product. Although it is safe to say that most of us would score somewhere at the low or high end of the Big Five characteristic traits, there is usually a plateau upon which we can be scored. Contrarily, Dir. Jewell fluctuated between these two extremes, enjoying each in its totality, until the pressure of the duality became too much to bear. I believe the concept of humanity’s sense of good and evil (our duality) can be represented by the low and high ends of the Big Five harmonistic traits that dwell within us all.

Therefore, the individual who is perceived as psychotic, as was Dir. Jewell, could possibly be fighting the notion that good and evil exists within us all and results in the evil being projected onto others. Analyzing the story of Dir. Henry Jewell and Mr.. Edward Hyde, theories vary as to what kind of evil Mr.. Hyde heaped on the public, as it is never really explained. However, the reader is left to his/her own imagination, based on the author’s overall tone of the story, though we can safely assume that he was totally on opposite ends f morality.

Also noted is “The susceptibility to psychosis-psychopaths is evident from an early age” (Cord,2000) as in the case of Dir. Jewell. When at the low end of the spectrum of the Big Five personality traits, Dir. Jelly’s decision making was wise and well-thought out, as a 2 respectable doctor and member of society. He felt, for example, remorse when reflecting on the sins of Mr.. Hyde, such as when Mr.. Hyde murders Sir Dangers Care, a kind, white haired, old man and important Member of Parliament. On the other hand, when at the high end of the spectrum, Mr..

Hyde feels no remorse and actually enjoys the euphoria of the evilness of his actions. When the Doctor is no longer able to control his personality swings and Dir. Jewell fears he is losing himself to Mr.. Hyde , he knows that he is in trouble and will soon be completely on the high end of the spectrum, unable to transform to Dir. Jewell. Dreading this, he makes the choice to reveal his alter ego to Dir. Hastiest Lyon, a friend of his, (Hyde transforms himself back into Jewell in Dir. Layman’s presence) could possibly have been a cry or help.

This revelation fits in the personality cluster of Extroversion (“Extroversion is ally a family of related smaller traits (such as sociability, warmth, and excitement seeking), all sharing a resemblance to each other, but each carving out something of its own identity within the broad family constellation” (The Person, p. 157). The Doctor’s inner struggle with personality conflict is rapidly approaching an end and will ultimately culminate in his suicide. His inner struggle had finally come to an end, but not before he could leave a letter (suicide note) explaining his dilemma.

I guess we could say that Dir. Jelly’s personality could also be classified under Open to Experience (as well as open to experimentation). What started out as an experiment in personality soon became a reality wherein the victor became the victim. As always, there is an inner struggle with a person’s dual personalities; good and evil. The Beast Within (Writers: Tom Holland (screen story & screen play (February 15,1982), The Wolfram (Writer: Curt Kodiak (original 3 screenplay), 1941) are Just two of the many screen adaptations of the story of Dir. Jewell and Mr..

Hyde, and in every one, the complex dichotomy of outward respectability and inward lust are the focus. This examination of the duality of human nature, I believe, can be linked to all human beings. Although our personalities may not be as extreme as that of Dir. Jewell, we all struggle inwardly and labeling our characteristics can be a helpful beginning in determining those who might be at risk for sinking into the depths of despair and giving in to suicidal urges in order to end their misery. All the books, plays and movies have a common theme; they all blame some outside influence for the metamorphosis that transpires. Dir.