I don't think it's on purpose. I think the problem is that in a modern society, you are so far removed from the habitats that our ancestors evolved in that a lo

I don't think it's on purpose. I think the problem is that in a modern society, you are so far removed from the habitats that our ancestors evolved in that a lot of people simply can't cope. We're designed to spend time grabbing food, building shelters, making and taking care of babies, those sorts of things, all in small social groups. We're designed for immediate needs and feedback. You could try this series: http://rickroderick.org/200-guide-nietzsche-and-the-postmodern-condition-1991/ http://rickroderick.org/200-guide-nietzsche-and-the-postmode... Seems like Nietzsche already saw this coming with science dealing a death blow to the old myths that kept people going, and with the advent of mobile terminals and apps optimized to keep our attention, I think we've just gotten closer to that vision.