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A daycare veteran laments the decline in children’s developmental milestones, relating firsthand that today’s kids struggle with basic skills like recognizing their own names or using scissors. The shift toward remote and digital interactions hampers traditional social and motor development, raising concerns about future resilience and adaptability.
AI as a Parent and Cultural Influence
There’s concern about AI and large language models replacing core human experiences like remembrance and learning. Elon Musk’s prediction that phones will evolve into "AI portals"—possibly integrated directly into the brain—paints a dystopian future reminiscent of Wall-E, where human interaction diminishes and dependence on technology deepens.