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Making Sense with Sam Harris
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Tech's Toll: Exploiting Human Vulnerabilities
This chapter examines the detrimental impact of technology on human vulnerabilities, detailing how advancements often exacerbate issues like addiction, distraction, and misinformation. The discussion highlights the asymmetry between human cognition and technology's manipulation of attention, resulting in societal challenges such as teen depression and fragmented beliefs. By drawing parallels to historical movements, the speakers emphasize the urgent need for a cohesive understanding of these problems to foster healthier interactions with technology.
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