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Re:Toxic people could become a reality, scientists researchi... by simonhamp on Tuesday March 30, 2021 @05:35PM (#26640848)
There are already toxic people. And they don't even need genetic manipulation to achieve it.

The good news is, they weren't born that way and they can change.

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Re:Toxic people could become a reality, scientists researchi... by anigbrowl on Tuesday March 30, 2021 @06:32PM (#26641389)
The good news is, they weren't born that way and they can change.

Debatable. See https://advances.sciencemag.org/content/2/8/e1600451 and particularly the supplementary materials about age distribution. I held the same opinion as you and was quite surprised by these results.

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Re:Toxic people could become a reality, scientists researchi... by peterburkimsher on Tuesday March 30, 2021 @08:33PM (#26642226)
That's some very interesting research! I still think that people are innately selfish, but can learn to share. I also believe that self-sacrifice is best for the greater good, leading to a more equitable society.

The graphical representation of optimism, pessimism, envy, and trust is really fascinating.

https://advances.sciencemag.org/content/advances/2/8/e160045...

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