TED Radio Hour The double-edged nature of parenting, mental health and artificial intelligence
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Sep 27, 2024 
Yuko Munakata, a developmental psychologist, shares insights on the complex interplay of nature and nurture in child development. Andy Dunn, a former CEO and advocate for bipolar disorder awareness, discusses the dual challenges of parenting and mental health. They highlight personal growth, the unpredictability of parenting, and the societal impact of mental health in high-pressure environments. The conversation also touches on the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence and the need for human oversight to align AI with societal values.
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Turbulent Flight Reactions
- Yuko Munakata and her husband reacted differently to a turbulent flight.
- He felt reassured about plane safety, while she developed a fear of flying.
Child Development Complexity
- Predicting a child's outcome based on parenting is difficult.
- Numerous factors, including intertwined genes, environment and culture influence development.
Nature, Nurture, and Non-Parental Influences
- Genes and environment shape children, but not necessarily parental choices.
- Studies show that growing up in the same home doesn't make siblings significantly more alike.
