The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast 1KHO 519: How to Avoid Interrupted Potential, Stunted Development, and Stimulation Dependence | Dr. Nicholas Kardaras and Andrew Laubacher
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Jul 7, 2025 In this enlightening discussion, Nicholas Kardaras, an addiction expert and author of "Glow Kids," teams up with Andrew Laubacher, executive director of Humanality. They dive into the alarming rise of screen addiction among children, its impact on mental health, and the disruptive nature of technology on childhood development. Andrew shares his personal journey towards digital detox, while Kardaras warns about the seductive influences of AI and social media. Together, they advocate for reclaiming creativity and real-world experiences to foster resilience in today's youth.
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Screen Addiction Epidemic Today
- Screen addiction has surged from a trickle to a full-blown epidemic affecting mental health.
- It correlates closely with increases in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and self-harming behaviors.
Flip Phone for True Freedom
- Andrew Laubacher quit social media in 2018, switching to a flip phone to regain control.
- This led to improved friendships, creativity, and productivity while exposing him to the mental health crisis among youth.
Ethical and Existential AI Risks
- AI's rapid evolution poses ethical risks and potential population decline due to job automation.
- Concerns include AI becoming sentient and controlling societal infrastructure beyond human control.
