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The Crisis of Mass Formation Psychosis - Dr. Mattias Desmet, Ghent University

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The Rise of Totalitarianism and Mass Formation Psychosis

This chapter explores the psychological differences between a classical dictatorship and a totalitarian state, emphasizing the extreme blindness and uncritical nature of both the masses and their leaders in a totalitarian system. It delves into mass formation psychosis, discussing the emergence of a totalitarian state from the will of the crowd, characteristics of crowds, and the impact of totalitarian systems on private life. The conversation also examines the influence of technology on societal connections, highlighting the correlation between isolation, loneliness, and susceptibility to mass formation.

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