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Under the Influence with Jo Piazza
Restoring Sanity in a Digital World
Nov 21, 2024
Mark Weinstein, a long-time tech executive and author of "Restoring Our Sanity Online," explores the perils of AI-driven social media addiction. He stresses the urgent need for parents to model healthy screen habits for their children to combat rising online dangers. Weinstein discusses the manipulative tactics of social media companies and calls for stronger legislative measures to protect young users. He also advocates for open discussions about technology's impact on mental health and emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility in navigating the digital landscape.
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- Parents must actively model healthy screen habits to combat the increasing social media addiction fueled by AI technology.
- Legislative measures are essential to enhance online safety and protect users, especially children, from the detrimental effects of surveillance capitalism.
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