Commentary
At the beginning of the pandemic, I couldn’t wrap my mind around why so many people were acting in such irrational and self-destructive ways. I had to find a way to explain their behavior, even if just to myself. Despite being an infectious disease immunologist, this meant delving into human psychology. Fortunately, I found many illuminating sources and found the subject endlessly fascinating, which I believe is reflected in my book (especially Chapters 5 and 7). Earlier this year, I had a chance to discuss the psychology of the pandemic response (among other topics) with famed psychologist Jordan Peterson, which was definitely a highlight within a year of highlights.
