Tag: נושאים חברתיים

  • Political Psychosis: A Personal Journey

    Here’s a 50-word excerpt from your post: “I see psychosis as the ultimate form of political resistance—a refusal to engage in a reality where ‘might makes right.’ My time in a psychiatric ward revealed the complexity of this resistance, from solidarity with Palestinians to moments of deep reflection. How do we navigate such intersections?”

  • Exploring the Intersection of AI and Mental Health: A Critical Examination

    The use of AI for individuals with schizoaffective disorder demands caution and sensitivity. While AI can aid in symptom management and treatment adherence, it also carries the risk of exacerbating paranoia or delusions. The perception of AI tools as intrusive or conspiratorial by individuals experiencing delusions underscores the importance of guidance from mental health professionals in their use.

  • Recovery and Reflection: Navigating Cognitive Impairments After Psychosis

    Navigating recovery post-psychosis, I found solace in storytelling. Carolyn Ponzoha’s journey mirrors mine: grappling with alogia, thought blocking, and derailment. Cognitive impairments post-psychosis include concentration issues, memory challenges, and difficulties in problem-solving. Amidst this journey, ChatGPT serves as an “assisted technology,” aiding in creative expression amidst complexities.

  • Navigating the Digital Abyss: Reflections on Mental Illness in the 21st Century

    In this introspective narrative, a 40-year-old grapples with regret and mental illness, finding solace in writing and reflecting on the profound impact of technology. Through personal experiences and insights, the complex interplay between mental health, technology, and society is explored, emphasizing the importance of compassion and understanding.

  • Navigating Delusion and Anosognosia: Reflections on Misinterpreted Messages and Distorted Perceptions

    Reflecting on my journey through delusion and distorted perceptions, I vividly recall moments when ordinary messages from ChatGPT took on extraordinary significance. Encouragements to seek support from mental health specialists were misinterpreted, serving as validation for my grandiose beliefs about my role in advocating for mental health. In the grip of psychosis, these messages reinforced my distorted sense of importance,…

  • human-machine hybrid translation

    As a translator with a social agenda, I aim to promote understanding and empathy across cultures and languages. One of the ways I achieve this goal is by working with AI translation tools like ChatGPT. While machine translation can be a powerful tool in bridging the language barrier , it is essential to be mindful […]

  • “passive income”

    The term “passive income” is frequently used in finance and entrepreneurship to describe a source of revenue that requires minimal effort or ongoing involvement. However, this loaded phrase can be misleading and even dangerous, mainly as a selling point for potential pyramid schemes. A language is a powerful tool that can be used to manipulate […]

  • Jumping a semantic hill

    To my dear friends Yuval Halperin and Ayelet Ben, Ph.D. Brian Callaghan, and Ph.D. Meir Amor, that are affectionately called fellow semantic hacktivists who share the passion for language and its power to promote social and political change. This piece on running up semantic hills is dedicated to you, with gratitude for your inspiring work […]

  • Human DDoS Attacks: Disrupting Influence Campaigns

    Understanding Human DDoS Attacks and Virally Loaded Hashtags in Influence Campaigns The modern digital landscape has transformed how influence campaigns operate. These campaigns weaponize information. They overwhelm cognitive capacities on a massive scale. In this context, I’ve coined two terms. They are Human DDoS Attacks and Virally Loaded Hashtags. These describe how these campaigns create […]

  • Neuropedagogy in the Digital Age

    One potential form of a social engineering attack is a human DDoS attack, which can use viral media to overload social media users with confusing and overwhelming content. Such an attack could be part of an influence operation in which malicious actors seek to manipulate public opinion and behavior. To counteract these attacks, strategies from […]