An award-winning sociologist looks at the different ways threatening situations motivate our minds to quickly process information and respond, albeit, sometimes at the expense of rational thought.
Pilot Lecture: The Science of Fear
Fear is what has helped to keep humankind alive, yet also, it often keeps us from living our fullest lives. See how science can help.
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DavidHat from
brillliant
love this subject matter, hope the full lecture series is published
Date published: 2024-06-24
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Thanuja from
Interesting pilot!
Thanks for this pilot. It seems traverse the intersection of cognitive science, neuro science, psycology, physiology, storytelling and history alltogether to understand "fear". I like professor's delivery and explaning with real-world examples.
I'd recommend a full series on this topic and related subject matter.
Date published: 2024-01-12
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Funky Mom from
Mixed Thoughts
The introduction had me a bit annoyed, because as a parent, the Momo concern was very real. What's even more frustrating is there *were* videos made to scare kids and frighten parents. I thought it was a hoax originally, but it did turn out to be real. So the beginning research had me a bit on the skeptical side.
The information about the brain was well-handled, but it was cut incredibly short. There's a lot to learn about the brain, and a little more information for viewers could've built a better bridge between the information.
I did appreciate that the host referenced her own research in the video, but I wish there was a link to the paper. The information was intriguing, and I wish I could read more about it. I also wished she would've talked more about her own research.
This video left a lot to be desired, and it covered its bases just barely.
Date published: 2022-03-09
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vmcaffa from
Fear is a key issue
The teacher is very objective and clear. the Subject is very relevant to our lives.
Date published: 2021-09-03
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acuffauniv from
Waiting for more
This one class gives encourages me to follow a full course in the subject.
Date published: 2021-04-21
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georgebis from
Fear
Very enlightening and educational. I would love to learn more about the subject
Date published: 2020-12-13
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vivianapuebla from
Amazing content
Great content, very well presented, I will like to view a full course on this topic.
I think going deep in the science behind the emotional reaction is very important. I liked the view from a sociology perspective. Would like to know more about evolutionary psychology, emotional reactions and social consequences. Very well done!
Date published: 2020-11-03
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KC1575 from
Fascinating Content
I do agree with some reviewers that the material was rushed through and that more time/graphics would have deepened my level of interest and understanding. But a great, quick overview.
Date published: 2020-10-21
Overview
01: The Science of Fear
Our brains are amazing organs, giving us the ability of abstract thought, language, intellectual curiosity, and more. Yet, when faced with scary or threatening situations, our brains have cognitive biases which cause blind spots, and we lose our ability to judge reality, think rationally, or consider risk management options. Join Dr. Margee Kerr, a sociologist at the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania, to delve into the body’s neurophysiological system that keeps you alive but can also sometimes land you in harm’s way.
34 min
