Psychology · 18 min
The Science Of Revenge
By James Kimmel Jr.
Explore the surprising neurological and evolutionary roots of revenge, and why its pursuit often leaves us feeling emptier than before.
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Psychology
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18 min
What it is about
Revenge, psychology, justice, human behavior
Who it is for
If you've ever felt the burning desire to get even, or found yourself replaying past injustices, this illuminates the hidden mechanisms driving that urge and why true resolution often lies elsewhere, and this will help you see what to do next.
The author
James Kimmel Jr., a lawyer and scholar, delves into the complex interplay of law, psychology, and neuroscience to reveal the deep-seated human impulses behind revenge and its often-misunderstood consequences.
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