How Monsters are Made
Hidden Brain
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Shaping Identity: From Adversity to Inquiry
This chapter chronicles the early life of a prominent psychologist, exploring how personal challenges during the Great Depression influenced his understanding of human behavior. It reflects on childhood observations of leadership dynamics among peers, coupled with significant health struggles that transformed him from a vulnerable child to a competitive athlete. The narrative also examines historical contexts, ethical dilemmas in psychological experiments, and the complex relationship between authority and morality.
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