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I’ve often wondered if it’s possible to induce psychosis and symptoms of schizophrenia in a subject via environmental conditioning. This seems practical to tes
by isnetea 7y ago
I’ve often wondered if it’s possible to induce psychosis and symptoms of schizophrenia in a subject via environmental conditioning. This seems practical to test these days, given the expanse of information possessed by large tech companies, and their lack of regulation. Perhaps this would be related research for a larger automated behavior control initiative. Does anyone have any pertinent references or info?
- JamesBarney 7y agoMind elaborating on the connection between psychosis and automated behavior control.
- isnetea 7y agoRestated, is it possible to develop (eventually automated) ways to “drive people crazy”. Is it possible to use data and algorithms to manipulate someone into losing contact with reality, for instance, or trick them into manifesting schizophrenic symptoms
- JamesBarney 7y agoI don't think so. One of the primary theories of schizophrenia is that the glial cells in the brain are doing too much synaptic pruning. It's more of an organic disorder than say depression or anxiety which is heavily affected by environment.
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