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The Science of Superstitions: Why We Believe the Unbelievable

The Psychological, Cultural, and Historical Origins of Our Beliefs

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Sriram Yaladandi
Dec 12, 2024
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Superstitions. We are all familiar with them. Be careful under a ladder. Avoid breaking mirrors. Stay away from black cats. However, why do we follow these odd rules? Do superstitions have scientific roots? Or are they only stories passed down through the years from old families?

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