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#542 - Dr Randy Nesse - Evolutionary Psychiatry Can Explain Human Emotions

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Understanding Anxiety Through Evolution

This chapter examines the 'smoke detector principle' in psychiatry, shedding light on the evolutionary origins of anxiety responses. It explores the impact of social media on self-perception and anxiety, emphasizing the consequences of public judgment and the importance of accepting mistakes. The discussion also addresses social anxiety's roots in evolutionary context, highlighting the dual nature of human relationships and the potential for authentic altruism.

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