Selects: Is The Uncanny Valley Real?
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The Psychology of Creepiness and Cultural Connections
This chapter examines psychological theories of creepiness, particularly through threat and category ambiguity, using examples like wax figures to illustrate the uncanny valley. It also highlights the historical bond between the Choctaw tribe and the Irish during the Great Famine, emphasizing a legacy of solidarity and mutual respect.
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