The Lunar Cycle, Suicides and Deviant Behavior

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Many people feel that the moon phases affect human behavior and this essay takes a look at the validity of these arguments from a psychological perspective. The main argument of the paper is based on the article "Suicides and the Lunar Cycle" by J. M. Gutierrez-Garcia and F. Tusell.

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"Theories aligning the Lunar Cycle with deviations in human behavior have been prevalent throughout history as well as modern cultures. The calendars of ancient civilizations were often based around the cycle of the moon. Subsequently, the customs and beliefs of many cultures place the moon in direct correlation with unprecedented events and deviant behaviors. In their article, Suicides and the Lunar Cycle, J. M. Gutierrez-Garcia and F. Tusell attempt to disprove popular theories that suggest there is a relationship connecting the lunar cycle with suicides and deviant behaviors."

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