r/videos • u/AdmiralSaturyn • 2d ago

The Data that Says We're Getting Stupider

https://youtu.be/clz48AOBQQM
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u/prof_the_doom 2d ago

I'm sure dumb-scrolling isn't helping, and we should probably think about ways to do something about that.

That being said, I can't help but think there's got to be more to it than just our media consumption habits.

The idea that COVID caused some sort of permanent damage is worth studying, but as the video pointed out, this started before COVID happened.

Is there a "Leaded Gasoline 2.0" out there that we should be looking for?

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u/Easy_Needleworker604 2d ago

I’ve personally seen people deteriorate from repeat Covid infections.

I’ve heard that excess carbon in the atmosphere will result in a staggering drop in iq in the next hundred years, and I have to wonder if it’s also happening already.

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u/prof_the_doom 2d ago

Huh... that actually seems legitimate. I'm surprised.

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u/seanbyram 2d ago

Tom Scott had a guest video where Kurtis Baute talked about the effect of co2 on cognitive function. It's scary stuff. Spend time outdoors, walking, ideally away from roadways. Open your windows. Probably get some houseplants.

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u/TheTiniestPeach 2d ago

Houseplants consume co2 way too slowly to make any difference, as far as I know.

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u/caborobo 1d ago

True, but still good for your mental health.