“ Societies that evolved in places with an abundance of pathogens, they argue, had to adopt behaviors that add up to collectivism, for reasons of sheer preservation. Societies that arose in places with fewer pathogens had the luxury of individualism, which is less effective at limiting the spread of disease but brings with it other social benefits, such as innovation.
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The difference between Western and Asian thought is down to defence from infection.
Begley: Blame the Bugs | Newsweek Voices - Sharon Begley | Newsweek.com
