Why do people behave the way they do? Understanding the Mysteries of Human Behavior, by psychologist and Professor Mark Leary, is your guide to the latest theories and research from psychologist and other behavioral sciences on this age-old question. In this lecture we examine the thought: If most of us think of humanity as good, fair, and peace-loving, then why is there so much conflict and prejudice out there? Tapping into a series of intriguing studies and experiments, Professor Leary reveals the roots of our behavioral tendency to view the world in an “Us versus Them” context. Learn more about this course and start your FREE trial of The Great Courses Plus here: www.TheGreatCoursesPlus.com/understanding-the-mysteries-of-human-behavior?utm_source=US_OnlineVideo&utm_medium=SocialMediaEditorialYouTube&utm_campaign=152666 Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel – we are adding new videos all the time! www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=TheGreatCourses Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel – we are adding new videos all the time! www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=TheGreatCourses