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The article discusses various astonishing psychological and physical phenomena often overlooked in everyday life, as shared by members of the Reddit community r/damninterestingstuff. It highlights intriguing concepts such as cognitive dissonance, the placebo effect, and bystander syndrome, providing insights into human behavior and perception.
The "No Kings" protests, described as a form of "group therapy" by psychotherapist Jonathan Alpert, gather primarily educated White women in their 40s to express grievances against what they perceive as President Trump's authoritarianism. Alpert notes that while these protests foster a sense of community and validation, they may also mask deeper personal unhappiness and distort perspectives on social movements.
The article discusses various astonishing psychological and physical phenomena that often go unnoticed in everyday life, as shared by Reddit users. It highlights concepts like cognitive dissonance, bystander syndrome, and the placebo effect, illustrating how these phenomena influence our perceptions and behaviors.
The article critiques Bessel van der Kolk's book "The Body Keeps the Score," arguing that it contains significant errors and misleading claims about trauma and its effects on the body and brain. The author highlights the lack of scientific support for some of van der Kolk's assertions and questions the credibility of his research citations.
The article discusses the Logarithmic Time Perception Hypothesis, which posits that as people age, their perception of time becomes logarithmic rather than linear, leading to the feeling that years pass more quickly. This phenomenon suggests that the way we estimate time intervals, particularly longer periods, is influenced by our age, resulting in a subjective experience of time that differs significantly from actual clock time. The concept of "Logtime" is introduced as a cognitive model to explain this phenomenon in human psychology.
"This Is Not A Jump Scare" explores the nuances of horror media, emphasizing psychological tension over traditional jump scares. The article discusses how effective horror can evoke fear through atmosphere and storytelling rather than relying solely on sudden frights. It highlights various works that exemplify this approach to horror.