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Five Years: Our Brains Hurt A Lot

Politics on the Couch

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Politics and Psychology: Crisis Reflections

This chapter explores the intertwined relationship between personal health crises and global political events from 2016 to 2020, particularly during the COVID-19 lockdown. The speakers analyze how psychological factors affect political engagement and behavior, referencing the leadership of Boris Johnson and significant events like Brexit. They also discuss the ethical challenges of psychoanalyzing political figures and the influence of media and technology on democratic processes.

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