The Psychology of Hate and the Dangers of Overgeneralizing
We should be skeptical when researchers or theorists tell us that hate is always grounded in fear or insecurity.
Looking at life through the prism of psychology, philosophy, mental health and more. Originally created by counsellor, psychotherapist and philosopher Dr Greg Mulhauser, this blog is now the work of an international team of contributors.
We should be skeptical when researchers or theorists tell us that hate is always grounded in fear or insecurity.
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We’ll have to do a lot less shooting and a lot more speaking to hearts and minds if the cognitive-behavioral paradigm is right about the ways deadly ideologies can lead to deadly consequences.
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For years now, research evidence has been piling up about the many benefits of being grateful. But is it really possible to cultivate a grateful attitude, how would a person go about doing it?
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