Rebecca Lemov and the Instability of Truth
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Cultural Emotions and Psychological Transformations
This chapter explores the cultural differences in understanding where emotions and intellect reside in the human body, focusing on Western versus Chinese perspectives. It delves into the impact of historical beliefs on modern psychology, particularly surrounding methods of coercion during the Cold War. The discussion also examines the psychological manipulation of American POWs and how cultural notions shape our approaches to human behavior and transformation.
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