Research from the CDC-Kaiser Permanente ACE Study reveals that traumatic events in childhood – such as neglect, abuse, or loss of a parent – can lead to long-term changes in the brain.
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Research from the CDC-Kaiser Permanente ACE Study reveals that traumatic events in childhood – such as neglect, abuse, or loss of a parent – can lead to long-term changes in the brain.
In a world where rationality is often prized, it’s paradoxical how individuals with deluded beliefs can captivate large audiences, sway opinions, and even amass cult-like followings. From charismatic actors spiraling into eccentricity to polarizing politicians and manipulative gurus, history abounds with examples of deluded yet mesmerizing personalities. What makes these individuals so persuasive, and why do their often unfounded ideas resonate so powerfully?
I was a brilliant student, but wild. Eager to impress, play, love and hate, beat the shit out of everyone I loved while defending them in front of others to death.
My duty is to talk to people about the value of life itself. I will debunk the adversity, emotional torment and coping techniques that helped me survive. Living in fear is an abomination. Fear keeps us alive, yet kills more dreams than failure.