War Is Not Inevitable

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Exploring the psychological roots of war, Henri Parens challenges Freud's notion of an inherent death instinct driving human destructiveness. He argues that aggression stems from experiences of intense psychic pain rather than an innate drive. Proposing a 'multi-trends theory of aggression,' Parens presents a testable framework that offers deeper insights into the causes of violence. This work delves into the complexities of human behavior and the potential for understanding and mitigating conflict, suggesting that war is not an unavoidable aspect of human nature.