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Neuroscientist Says Religious Fundamentalism Could Be Treated As A Mental Illness
Topic Started: May 31, 2013, 11:33 am (306 Views)
M. Hawbaker
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An Oxford University researcher and author specializing in neuroscience has suggested that one day religious fundamentalism may be treated as a curable mental illness.

Kathleen Taylor, who describes herself as a "science writer affiliated to the Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics," made the suggestion during a presentation on brain research at the Hay Literary Festival in Wales on Wednesday.

In response to a question about the future of neuroscience, Taylor said that "One of the surprises may be to see people with certain beliefs as people who can be treated," The Times of London notes.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/31/kathleen-taylor-religious-fundamentalism-mental-illness_n_3365896.html?utm_hp_ref=religion
Edited by M. Hawbaker, May 31, 2013, 11:33 am.
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Acheron

I really hate it when these type of people entwine their personal opinions with their field. It reflects poorly on all those in the field who are doing useful things.
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cricket55
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She is full of it........crap.
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