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Replication Attempt: Bisexuality And Long COVID
Scott Alexander replicates and analyzes data showing higher rates of long COVID among bisexuals, suggesting a significant psychosomatic component to the condition.
6 min read 917 words
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Essays on culture-bound syndromes
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Highlights From The Comments On Geography Of Madness
Scott Alexander discusses reader comments on his 'Geography of Madness' review, revising views on culture-bound syndromes and exploring various mental health topics.
22 min read 3,377 words
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Book Review: The Geography Of Madness
Scott reviews a book on culture-bound syndromes, expanding the discussion to how all mental illnesses are influenced by culture to varying degrees.
57 min read 8,723 words
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Aretaeus On Bipolar Disorder
Scott compares ancient and modern descriptions of bipolar disorder, finding significant similarities that suggest the condition is biologically grounded rather than culturally determined.
7 min read 941 words