Political polarization has deep roots in human history. Liberals and conservatives show differences in personality, emotions, and brain structures.
Many of my therapy sessions address relationship ruptures caused by political differences.Source: Photo by Wolfgang Hasselmann on Unsplash
The philosophical founders of liberalism and conservatism were influenced by their unique backgrounds shaped by differences of privilege, power, and relationship to authority and freedom. Conservatives have a larger right amygdala, suggesting a greater sensitivity to threat and proneness toward caution. Liberals tend to have a larger anterior cingulate cortex, the part of the brain responsible for detecting errors and processing signals for potential change. These neurological differences may make conservatives prioritize safety and security while liberals prioritize creativity and problem-solving ..
As the world shifts further right, shaped by fear of cultural and geo-political conflicts, many predictably welcome authoritarian leaders who offer the simple “I’ll fix it” solution.sessions address relationship ruptures caused by political differences. Painful separations during COVID restrictions, anti-vaccination arguments, and toxic rhetoric have left festering wounds.
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