neo-luddism
A movement advocating for critical evaluation and selective abandonment of harmful technologies to prioritize human well-being and ecological sustainability.
1 chapter across 1 book
Is Technology Making Us Sick? (2020)Ian Douglas
The chapter 'Fear of Technology' examines the complex psychological and social dimensions of technophobia, focusing on electrosensitivity as a case where sufferers experience real distress despite lack of scientific causal evidence. It explores how online communities and social media amplify fears and extremist views, contrasting Neo-Luddite critiques with transhumanist optimism, while emphasizing the anxiety caused by rapid technological acceleration that outpaces human adaptation. The text argues for the importance of technology transparency and informed understanding to maintain self-determination and psychological well-being amid fast-paced societal change.