Solving Xenophobia

The in-group-vs.-out-group double standard, which had and has such catastrophic consequences, could in theory be eliminated if everyone alive were considered to be in everyone else’s in-group. This utopian prospect is remote, but an expansion of the conceptual in-group would expand the range of friendly, supportive, and altruistic behavior. This effect may already be in evidence in the increase in charitable activities in support of foreign populations confronted by natural disasters. Donors identifying to a greater extent with recipients make this possible. The rise in international adoptions also indicates that the barriers set up by discriminatory and nationalistic prejudice are becoming porous.

The other potential benefit is genetic. The phenomenon of hybrid vigor in offspring, which is also called heterozygote advantage, derives from a cross between dissimilar parents. It is well established experimentally, and the benefits of mingling disparate gene pools are seen not only in improved physical but also improved mental development. Intermarriage therefore promises cognitive benefits. Indeed, it may already have contributed to the Flynn effect, the well-known worldwide rise in average measured intelligence by as much as three IQ points per decade over successive decades since the early twentieth century.

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Marcel Kinsbourne explains how recognizing all human beings as part of our in-group can promote inter-marriage, which will diversify our genes and improve our overall health and well-being.

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 This Will Make You Smarter
Books, Brochures, and Chapters>Book:  Brockman , John (2012-02-14), This Will Make You Smarter, HarperCollins, Retrieved on 2013-12-19
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  • Folksonomies: science


    Triples

    30 DEC 2013

     In-Group and Out-Group Biases

    Overcoming Inherited Bias to Live In Peace > Emphasis > Solving Xenophobia
    We must overcome them if we are to live in peace.
    Folksonomies: peace xenophobia
    Folksonomies: peace xenophobia
    30 DEC 2013

     Science and Xenophobia

    Solving Xenophobia > Conclusion > Science is a Multi-National Culture
    Science knows no nations.
    Folksonomies: science peace
    Folksonomies: science peace


    Schemas

    27 DEC 2013

     Altruism

    Memes on altruism in human beings and how civilization is our greatest adaptation.
    Folksonomies: civilization altruism
    Folksonomies: civilization altruism
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