The study of human behavior has been an interest explored by many people over the last century. Humans are constantly evolving and creating new ideas to benefit society, however it can also destroy society. Although some individuals are always looking for innovation, some on the other hand believe we are a “well established” species. Innovation of technology and Health are the topics most favorable by scientists and theorists which include both articles, “Alone Together” by Sherry Turkle and “Who Holds the Clicker?” By Lauren Slater. These articles discuss matters dealing with humans advancements and regarding the brain being controlled. Mind Control which can be a real thing is far more threatening to human authenticity. Turkle offers insight
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Turkle’s argument may be perceived as most harmful in posing a threat to human authenticity. Turkle’s ideas are explained further, that humans and their networked lives hide from one another, Hence her title “Alone Together.” Turkle explains that technology is creating a lonely world. She states, “Our networked life allows us to hide from each other, even as we are tethered to each other.” (Turkle 263). In spite of Turkle's beliefs, Slater discusses the process of DBS which can be seen by some as mind control. She gives an example in her article of a man who has OCD and has tried to find a cure to help be somewhat normal in life. His mind is wired differently which already interferes with the human authenticity aspect of this argument. Slater states, “you can change very, very rapidly. On the flipside of it there’s a danger too. This really is a kind of mind control, you know what I mean.” (Slater 240). Both authors bring to light the theory that today humans struggle with authenticity. Can anyone really be authentic when dealing with DBS and technology efforts? Ultimately, Turkle's argument that technology is unhealthy when trying to preserve human
Turkle’s argument may be perceived as most harmful in posing a threat to human authenticity. Turkle’s ideas are explained further, that humans and their networked lives hide from one another, Hence her title “Alone Together.” Turkle explains that technology is creating a lonely world. She states, “Our networked life allows us to hide from each other, even as we are tethered to each other.” (Turkle 263). In spite of Turkle's beliefs, Slater discusses the process of DBS which can be seen by some as mind control. She gives an example in her article of a man who has OCD and has tried to find a cure to help be somewhat normal in life. His mind is wired differently which already interferes with the human authenticity aspect of this argument. Slater states, “you can change very, very rapidly. On the flipside of it there’s a danger too. This really is a kind of mind control, you know what I mean.” (Slater 240). Both authors bring to light the theory that today humans struggle with authenticity. Can anyone really be authentic when dealing with DBS and technology efforts? Ultimately, Turkle's argument that technology is unhealthy when trying to preserve human