Proposal Title
Applying Historical Examples in Psychology during the Time of Trump
Abstract
The current political climate in America is amplifying fear and anxiety among citizens throughout society. This study proposes to analyze a diverse field of psychological theories and models, along with their historical context, in order to answer the question, “What can mental health professionals learn from past hostile political climates, such as authoritarian governments and dictatorships, in the time of a Trump Administration?”
Start Date
24-3-2017 1:00 PM
End Date
24-3-2017 1:50 PM
Presentation Type
Poster
Disciplines
American Politics | Mental and Social Health | Politics and Social Change
Applying Historical Examples in Psychology during the Time of Trump
The current political climate in America is amplifying fear and anxiety among citizens throughout society. This study proposes to analyze a diverse field of psychological theories and models, along with their historical context, in order to answer the question, “What can mental health professionals learn from past hostile political climates, such as authoritarian governments and dictatorships, in the time of a Trump Administration?”
