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Future shock
Book • 1984
Published in 1970, 'Future Shock' by Alvin Toffler and his wife Adelaide Farrell examines the profound effects of rapid industrial and technological changes on individuals, families, and society.
The book defines 'future shock' as a state of disorientation and confusion resulting from the overwhelming pace of change.
Toffler argues that this rapid change leads to psychological ailments such as anxiety, hostility, and depression, and erodes traditional social structures like families and communities.
He identifies three main forces driving future shock: transience, novelty, and diversity.
The book also discusses the need for resilience and adaptive strategies to cope with these changes and suggests that societal institutions must evolve to support individuals in managing the 'adaptive range' required to deal with the accelerating pace of life.
The book defines 'future shock' as a state of disorientation and confusion resulting from the overwhelming pace of change.
Toffler argues that this rapid change leads to psychological ailments such as anxiety, hostility, and depression, and erodes traditional social structures like families and communities.
He identifies three main forces driving future shock: transience, novelty, and diversity.
The book also discusses the need for resilience and adaptive strategies to cope with these changes and suggests that societal institutions must evolve to support individuals in managing the 'adaptive range' required to deal with the accelerating pace of life.
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as the author of "Future Shock", a book that explores the psychological impacts of rapid societal change.


Jane McGonigal

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when discussing the impact of rapid change.


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, quoting his work on the need to learn, unlearn, and relearn.

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while discussing the challenges of adapting to rapid technological change.


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, quoting a line from his book about the importance of continuous learning and adaptation.

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in relation to technological advancements and their impact on society.

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as a book about the accelerating pace of technological change.

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while discussing the impact of Alvin Toffler’s work on foresight and planning.

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when discussing the challenges of adapting to new technologies and processes in enrollment systems.


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when discussing the 70s documentary “The Futurists”.

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as a book written in 1978 that predicted a future where people could not understand technology.

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