SOLVED with Mark Manson Is Technology Ruining Our Minds? (ft. Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD)
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Nov 22, 2023 
In this enlightening conversation, psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman shares insights on navigating self-worth in the social media age. He delves into the impact of online interactions on mental health, especially for young girls, while discussing the importance of aligning personal goals with authentic values. Reflecting on neurodiversity and vulnerability, Scott encourages real emotional connections over superficial engagement. With humor, he critiques the self-help industry, emphasizing empowerment and independence in personal growth.
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Special Education to Self-Discovery
- Scott Barry Kaufman was placed in special education classes due to hearing difficulties early in life.
- He broke out of the special education program in high school and discovered a passion for learning.
Standardized Tests: IQ in Disguise
- Standardized tests, like the SAT, are often thinly veiled IQ tests, correlating with abstract reasoning and working memory.
- These tests can be a golden ticket for underprivileged intelligent children but disadvantage neurodivergent individuals.
Evolving Definition of Neurodiversity
- Neurodiversity, originating in the autistic community, has broadened to include learning disabilities and mental illnesses.
- Overuse, especially online, risks diluting the term's meaning, unlike when it led to bullying in the past.