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The episode discusses the psychology behind the urge to defend oneself when attacked and the potential consequences of such reactions.

When someone attacks your character, the urge to fire back is almost irresistible. But defending yourself in the heat of the moment often does more harm than good, so why do we do it? In this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy talk about the psychology of fighting back. The post Fighting Back appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .

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Hosts: Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke

Guest: Rebecca McInroy

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Organizations: KUT & KUTX Studios

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