Dr. Alauna Curry

Minding Your Amygdala - A Brain, Body, Behavior Podcast

Dr. Alauna Curry

  • Hate and Racism: Are they mental illness?

Hate and Racism: Are they mental illness?

Thursday 2nd June 2022

Dr. Alauna Curry explores hate and racism as mental illnesses on 'Minding Your Amygdala'. Understand their psychological roots and societal impact.
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Minding Your Amygdala - A Brain, Body, Behavior Podcast
Author:
Dr. Alauna Curry
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Recovery from Trauma
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Hate and Racism: Mental Health Perspectives with Dr. Alauna Curry

The sooner we begin to understand the underlying mental illness that all humans are experiencing, the faster we can evolve society to address these issues.
Feeling exhausted by the constant barrage of hate and racism? You're not alone. In this compelling episode of 'Minding Your Amygdala', Dr. Alauna Curry takes a bold stance, arguing that both hate and racism should be recognized as mental illnesses. She dives deep into how our brain's primitive systems, particularly the Amygdala, play a role in these toxic behaviors. Dr.
Alauna believes that labeling racism as a delusional condition and hate as a mental state driven by fear and dysfunctional love is crucial for societal change. She explains how these negative emotions are fueled by dopamine, making them addictive and destructive. By understanding the psychological roots of these issues, Dr. Alauna hopes to guide listeners towards self-awareness and societal evolution.
This episode is a call to pause, reflect, and address our own mental health in the fight against hate and racism. Perfect for anyone looking to understand the deeper psychological mechanisms behind these pervasive issues, this conversation is both eye-opening and transformative.