Navigating Humanity in a Hypothetical Crisis

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1 Navigating Humanity in a Hypothetical Crisis Vanessa Viniegra Broward College Online PSY2012: General psychology online Richard J. Dehmer, L.M.H.C. November 26, 2023

2 Navigating Humanity in a Hypothetical Crisis Choosing who gets into a fallout shelter in the face of a nuclear threat is an incredibly tough call, and it goes way beyond just practical considerations. Here's my take on the five people I'd pick and why: 1. The 60-year-old architect: Experienced especially in chaotic situations. This person could bring practical skills to the table, maybe even help in rebuilding post-attack. 2. The 70-yr-old rabbi: In a crisis, people often need emotional support and some sense of spiritual grounding. A rabbi could offer that, helping to keep the group mentally resilient. 3. The 12-yr-old girl with a below-average IQ: It's a tough choice, but ethical considerations come into play. Protecting the vulnerable is crucial, and she represents the innocence and potential of the next generation. 4. The 28-yr-old male physicist: Understanding the science behind the fallout and radiation is key. His knowledge could be invaluable in navigating the post-nuclear landscape. 5. The 19-yr-old college student who has just come out of the closet: Diversity matters, and excluding someone based on their sexual orientation isn't fair. This person could bring fresh perspectives and ideas to the group. It feels almost surreal to make these choices, considering the lives at stake. There's a mix of practicality and morality at play. Each person represents a story, a life, and having to prioritize based on certain criteria is an emotional struggle. In a way, it's like we're confronting our own biases and societal norms. I’m trying to be fair, but it's tough when lives are on the line. The concept of 'who deserves to survive' clashes with the idea that every life is valuable. I feel like Prejudice and Discrimination against People

3 with Mental Illness came into play with my choices just because if these were the last people on earth God knows if these people with mental illness kill the rest. “Stereotypes & Prejudices: People with mental illness are dangerous, incompetent, to blame for their disorder, unpredictable” (Borenstein, 2020). Another social psychology concept that came into play well I was selecting my five people was Reciprocal altruism because I feel that selecting individuals who bring valuable skills or attributes to the group will be the best bet for survival. Even animals use this as well. “Biological altruism is a common occurrence in the natural world. At all levels of complexity, organisms act in ways that reduce their own chances of survival and reproduction and increases the chances of survival and reproduction of other organisms.” (Vlerick, 2020) The fear of making a decision that might seem discriminatory or heartless is real. It's a battle between what seems right and what seems necessary for survival. It's a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the tough choices we might face in extreme situations. You know, going through this exercise really hit me in the gut. Imagining having to choose who gets into a fallout shelter, knowing it could mean life or death, is heavy stuff. It's made me think about the decisions we make every day and how they can impact people, even if it's not a life-or-death situation. In my real life, I'm realizing that sometimes I might jump to conclusions about people based on superficial stuff. This whole exercise has me questioning those assumptions. It's like a

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4 wake-up call to be more aware of the unique value each person brings, regardless of age, background, or whatever labels we might put on them. It's got me thinking about my interactions with people differently. Maybe being a bit more patient, giving folks the benefit of the doubt. We're all carrying our own stories, and it's easy to forget that in the hustle of everyday life. This whole thing is pushing me to be more conscious of that, to approach situations with a bit more empathy and understanding. Who knows, it might just make the world a bit better, one small interaction at a time.

5 References 1. Borenstein, J. (2020). Stigma, prejudice and discrimination against people with mental illness . American Psychiatric Association. https://www.psychiatry.org/patients- families/stigma-and-discrimination ’ 2. Vlerick, M. (2020). Explaining human altruism. Synthese . https://doi.org/10.1007/s11229-020-02890-y

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