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Although it is remotely possible that they were abducted or have somehow left their body, the
lack of any substantial confirming evidence has left scientists doubtful of such claims. If they
were not really abducted or did not really leave their body, what else might have happened to
them? You might discuss with students alternative explanations for these experiences. Since
some researchers have been able to recreate out-of-body sensations in the laboratory by
stimulating areas of the temporal lobes, might this explain some of these experiences? While
scientists believe so, many of those who have had these experiences do not. Since no one really
knows the answer yet, there is plenty of room for speculation on this topic and it makes for an
interesting discussion, because it is a topic about which many students are quite curious.
Narcissistic Personality
Some people have argued in recent years that narcissistic personality disorder has become the
characteristic disorder of our time. They have argued that the “baby boom” generation, in
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particular is the most self-centered and “spoiled” generation in American history. Some have
even used this idea of generational narcissism to explain some of Bill Clinton’s problems with his
sexual behavior. Do students agree with this idea? Why or why not? What influences have
fostered this belief? At what point does normal self-interest become narcissistic and self-
defeating? How does intrusive press coverage into the personal lives of public figures and
constant hyping of celebrities, athletes, and even criminals by the media contribute to this?
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Is Mental Illness a Myth?
Dr. Thomas Szasz has forcefully argued for years that mental illness is a myth. His position is
that mental illnesses are labels we attach to social nonconformists as a way of punishing,
discrediting, and stigmatizing them for their nonconformity. You might discuss this with
students to see if they agree with this somewhat radical notion. While it is true that historically,
political regimes have somet
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