The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast 464. The Devouring Mother, War, & Human Aggression | J. D. Haltigan
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Jul 15, 2024 
In this enlightening conversation, researcher J. D. Haltigan explores the complexities of parenting dynamics, particularly the impact of the 'devouring mother' on child development. They delve into how overprotective parenting shapes emotional regulation and impulse control, paralleling huge societal shifts. Haltigan also sheds light on the dark side of online behavior, examining how social media amplifies aggression and trolling. The discussion wraps up with a captivating look at the need for integrity within academic hierarchies and the importance of scientific rigor.
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Freud's Cultural Psychology
- Freud's work is valuable from a cultural psychology perspective, particularly his insights into overprotective parenting.
- Overprotection hinders a child's development and adaptation by shielding them from necessary challenges.
Multi-Generational Transmission of Emotional Regulation
- Both biological and social factors contribute to multi-generational transmission of emotional regulation.
- Early caregiving plays a key role in calibrating a child's emotional regulation abilities.
Face-to-Still-Face Paradigm
- The face-to-still-face paradigm in infant research highlights the importance of social interaction for emotional regulation.
- An infant's negative affect increases dramatically when a parent becomes unresponsive, demonstrating the impact of social cues.
