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How f***ed is psychology? (with Adam Mastroianni)

Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg

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Understanding Depression and Anxiety Through Value Perception

This chapter examines a proposed theory linking depression to the brain's belief that meaningful outcomes are unattainable. It discusses the cyclical relationship between depression and anxiety as intertwined emotional states, and emphasizes the need for clear methodologies in psychological research, addressing issues of replicability and practical implications. Through various psychological experiments, the chapter illustrates the complexities of human responses to discomfort and the concept of value in shaping behavior.

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