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#844 - Dr Laith Al-Shawaf - Why Do Humans Actually Have Emotions?

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Navigating Modern Emotions

This chapter explores the rising prevalence of anxiety and depression among today's youth, examining the impact of modern lifestyles and social pressures. It contrasts the benefits of traditional community support with the isolation experienced in contemporary society, while highlighting the adaptive functions of negative emotions. The discussion emphasizes the interplay between emotions and cognition, advocating for a deeper understanding of our emotional responses as essential to mental wellbeing.

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