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Thinking About Thinking Machines: Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
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False Connections Breed Loneliness
Despite being surrounded by more people and digital connections than ever, emotional isolation persists. Individuals are increasingly dependent on technology, such as chatbots, to replicate feelings of connection and address loneliness, rather than fostering real human relationships. The societal response to the growing loneliness crisis is not focused on enhancing community infrastructure or genuine social interaction, but instead on artificial solutions that provide a superficial sense of empathy. This reliance on technology highlights a concerning trend where genuine emotional connection is replaced by artificial substitutes.
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