Virtually Alone - The Future of Human Connection
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the impact of 2020's global challenges on mental health and human connection in this hour-long talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the rise of anxiety, depression, and loneliness across various populations due to the pandemic, economic instability, and societal inequality. Examine the fundamental human need for social connections and community resilience. Investigate how technology, including social media and AI chatbots, can both facilitate and hinder meaningful relationships. Consider the future of human interaction and strategies for creating and maintaining social bonds in an increasingly digital world.
Syllabus
Virtually Alone: The Future of Human Connection
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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