Should we Erase Bad Memories? 18u11

18/08/2023

Similar to Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, neurotechnology techniques like decoded...

Similar to Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, neurotechnology techniques like decoded neuro open the possibility of modifying or erasing memories that aren’t pleasant or beneficial to our well-being. Those in favor argue it could help offer a path to a mentally healthier and happier life. Those against it say that tampering with memories could be dangerous to our sense of self and undermine our experiences. Now we debate: Should We Erase Bad Memories? 
 
Arguing Yes:  Nita Farahany, Author of "The Battle for Your Brain: Defending the Right to Think Freely in the Age of Neurotechnology", Professor at Duke University, and the Founding Director of the Duke Initiative for Science & Society 
 
Arguing No: Sigal Samuel, Senior Reporter for Vox Future Perfect and co-host of the Future Perfect podcast 
 
Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates 

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