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Being Here
@popeofscientism
Can we just skip to the part where you never admit I’m right? The infrequency of my tweets doesn't suggest anything about my estimation of their profundity.
















Brain scans are revealing early dementia-like changes in kids and teens from heavy screen use. 60 Minutes Australia reported toddlers spending just 2–3 hours daily on devices already show abnormal white matter development. Teens averaging 6–8 hours display widened brain ridges and thinning in key areas — patterns that mirror early Alzheimer’s. Excessive screens appear to weaken neural pathways that normally strengthen through real-world movement, play, and face-to-face interaction. We’re also seeing the first IQ drops in recorded history, plus a nearly 400% rise in early-onset dementia signs among 35–44 year olds. Correlation, not proven causation — but devices are the major new variable. This is one of those reports that makes you rethink default habits. The convenience of screens is undeniable, but the potential long-term brain impacts on developing kids are hard to ignore. We may be unintentionally running a massive experiment on the next generation’s cognitive health. Are we underestimating the risks of heavy screen time, or is this concern overblown?










Everyone on earth takes a private vote by pressing a red or blue button. If more than 50% of people press the blue button, everyone survives. If less than 50% of people press the blue button, only people who pressed the red button survive. Which button would you press? BE HONEST.






Animal Farm takes over theaters May 1st. 🐖 Tickets on sale now!




🚨 MAJOR NEWS: Florida kicks off special legislative session TODAY to redraw congressional district maps. The move could shift up to FOUR additional seats toward Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms as population changes are factored in. DeSantis-backed effort now underway in Tallahassee.







