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The Psychological Effects of COVID-19 on People's Interactions
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14:42 - 20:44 (06:01)

The COVID-19 pandemic has influenced people's psychological perception towards others, making them see each other as sources of germs rather than individuals to interact and learn from, creating a surge of negative emotions that bring out the worst in people.

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The most salient and emotionally charged information often jumps to the top of our minds when we report or write about an event, as seen in the case of death certificates, leading to psychological biases in recording and reporting.
14:42 - 16:43 (02:00)
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Psychology
Summary

The most salient and emotionally charged information often jumps to the top of our minds when we report or write about an event, as seen in the case of death certificates, leading to psychological biases in recording and reporting.

Chapter
The Psychological Effects of COVID-19 on People's Interactions
Episode
#254 – Jay Bhattacharya: The Case Against Lockdowns
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we perceive and interact with others, leading to increased fear and a lack of empathy.
16:43 - 20:44 (04:00)
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COVID-19
Summary

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we perceive and interact with others, leading to increased fear and a lack of empathy. However, it has also highlighted the importance of compassion and understanding towards one another.

Chapter
The Psychological Effects of COVID-19 on People's Interactions
Episode
#254 – Jay Bhattacharya: The Case Against Lockdowns
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast