Theme 1 - Superstitions and Beliefs - Why is this a Global Issue?
Superstitions are scientifically unexplained beliefs in some supernatural or higher power. Merriam Webster Dictionary defines it as “a belief or practice resulting from ignorance, fear of the unknown, trust in magic or chance, or a false conception of causation”. These beliefs may range from faith in a supreme higher being guiding everyone’s destinies to some mystical, dark energy driving people to commit inhumane actions. Superstitions encompass thoughts about omens, spells, charms, ghosts, astrology, and the like (Liveaboutdotcom, What is Superstition?). Statistics A poll conducted by Gallup News in September 1996, suggested: “25% of Americans acknowledged that they were "very" (1%) or "somewhat" (24%) superstitious, up from 18% who said that in 1990. The poll also shows that younger people tend to be more superstitious than older people. Over a third (35%) of those under the age of 30 said they were...
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