Doomsday Predictions and Anxiety
January 5, 2010
Category: Emotional and Mental Health
In this episode, Armand DiMele discusses the psychological implications of anxiety and the impact of temperament on human behavior. He explores the concept of doomsday predictions, particularly the fears surrounding the year 2012, and how these fears can manifest in anxiety disorders. Drawing on studies by psychologist Jerome Kagan, Armand examines how early temperament influences adult anxiety levels. The conversation also touches on the physiological aspects of anxiety, the role of the amygdala, and the importance of nurturing in childhood development. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own experiences with anxiety and the roots of their fears.
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