Steve Jobs thought devices would become 'a bicycle for the mind'-but their effect on our brains is similar to that of smoking and junk food
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The once aspirational notion of personal computers as "bicycles for the mind" has evolved, with smartphones now dominating our attention for over four hours daily.
Behavioral misalignment is not a new problem; history shows that as technology advances, the gap between our actions and intentions widens, whether with processed foods or easy credit.
The decline in U.S. cigarette smoking—from 40% to 12%—offers a hopeful model, showing that public awareness, education, and policy can overcome harmful behaviors.
Despite grim statistics, there remains an advantage in addressing digital behavioral misalignment, leveraging our understanding of technology's impact to foster healthier engagement.
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