Seven Deadly Sins by Guy Leschziner review – the biology of human frailty
By Philip Ball
Exploring the seven deadly sins through a medical lens reveals intriguing insights about human behavior. While conditions like wrath and gluttony can be seen as disorders, the question remains: can we use these diseases to define what’s normal? This article dives into the complexities of these traits, challenging the idea that they are merely flaws. Instead, it suggests that understanding them from a medical perspective can help us grasp the full spectrum of human experience. By examining how these sins manifest in our lives, we can learn more about ourselves and what it means to be human.
