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602. Is Screen Time as Poisonous as We Think?
Freakonomics Radio
Skepticism Matters in New Technology
New technologies inherently provoke anxiety, prompting a natural aversion and skepticism among individuals. This skepticism is a protective response to the introduction of unfamiliar elements into established social groups. Certain individuals, termed 'moral entrepreneurs,' exploit this anxiety by identifying vulnerable populations and creating narratives that highlight the potential dangers of new technologies. By framing technologies in a way that emphasizes their risks, they prompt public outcry and regulatory scrutiny, as seen in historical instances like the backlash against Dungeons and Dragons and violent video games. This dynamic showcases the continual cycle of anxiety and moral judgment surrounding innovation.
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