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This American Life
823: The Question Trap
Jan 26, 2025
An investigation into loaded questions and their underlying meanings. Topics include questions asked on first dates to gauge compatibility, the insensitivity of quizzing someone's memory with dementia, and the hidden pressures of school. The podcast explores personal anecdotes and societal complexities surrounding these questions.
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- The question of 'does your mom recognize you?' reveals society's understanding and treatment of people with dementia.
- Innocuous questions can often serve as proxies for deeper issues, such as asking about a basketball score to assess a student's potential for attending elite schools.
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The Trap of Inquiring about Recognition
People often ask if a person with dementia recognizes their loved ones, but the author argues that the real question should be whether we recognize and care about the person with dementia.
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