Dr. Nicholas Christakis is a sociologist and physician known for his research on social networks and on the socioeconomic, biosocial, and evolutionary determinants of behavior, health, and longevity. Follow Dr. Christakis on Twitter @NAChristakis or go to www.humannaturelab.net to learn more.

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