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The dark side of fame and what it does to the brain
The dark side of fame and what it does to the brain
The dark side of fame and what it does to the brain
Saturday 5th November 2022
Explore the psychological effects of fame with insights from celebrities and experts. Discover how fame can impact trust and mental health.
30 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Fame can lead to mistrust in relationships.
- Social media intensifies celebrity scrutiny.
- Fame may cause acquired situational narcissism.
- There are four phases in adapting to fame.
- Using fame for good can help manage its challenges.
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