The Power of Social Rejection
Mitch Prinstein explains how our brains evolved to prioritize social connections for survival, leading to our sensitivity to rejection. He reveals the biological effects of social rejection, including changes in DNA expression and the suppression of viral immunity. This episode sheds light on the profound impact of social relationships on our well-being.In this clip
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Are brains equipped to be sensitive to social cues and threats due to evolutionary pressures, as discussed in the episode The Science of Staying Young & How to Stop Worrying About What Other People Think and the clip Fear of Rejection?
Are brains equipped to be sensitive to social cues and threats due to evolutionary pressures as discussed in the episode The Science of Staying Young & How to Stop Worrying About What Other People Think and the clip Fear of Rejection?