Cannabilism is a practice that goes back tens of thousands of years. One instance includes the cannibals of Gough's cave in England. There is archaeological evidence that goes back 14,700 years, showing that Britain's earliest settlers may have eaten each other in order to survive the ice age. In the modern era, cannibalism was used … Continue reading Why Do Humans Eat Other Humans?
The Hikikomori: Japans Lost Generation
When the societal pressures for success become unbearable, over a million Japanese youth escape by confining themselves to their rooms. This phenomenon has been referred to as Hikikomori. Hikikomori is seen as a culture-bound disorder and is characterised by similar traits to social anxiety and agoraphobia. However, it is a completely unique situation as the causes of … Continue reading The Hikikomori: Japans Lost Generation
