Welcome to the first episode of Beyond the Concepts: Applying Psychology to Life!In this episode, I explore the fascinating connection between the Salem witch trials and ergot poisoning, a theory proposed by psychologist Linnda Caporael (1976).Join me as I reflect on how this historical event relates to modern-day mental health misdiagnoses and the broader implications for psychology and society. I’ll also discuss insights from my textbook, A History of Psychology: Globalization, Ideas, and Applications by Lawson and colleagues (2017), and explore how paradigms shape our understanding of the world.Key Topics Covered:The Salem witch trials and the theory of ergot poisoningConnections to modern mental health misdiagnosesThe “New History of Psychology” and marginalized voicesParadigms and how dominant ideas shape perceptionsMy personal reflections and future aspirations in advocacyResources Mentioned:Caporael, L. (1976). Ergotism: The Satan loosed in Salem? Science, 192(4234), 21-26.Lawson, R. B., Anderson, E. D., & Cepeda-Benito, A. (2017). A history of psychology: Globalization, ideas, and applications (2nd ed.). Routledge.Connect with Me:Email: [email protected] to Action: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review! Stay tuned for more insights as we continue exploring the fascinating world of psychology and its real-life applications.Until next time—stay inspired, stay informed, and keep learning!

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