The world has evolved, and people have become more resilient in achieving success instead of conforming to society’s ‘rules’. With liquid modernity – wherein society frequently flows and changes according to contemporary demands and uncertainties – humans are facing an epidemic of putting pressure on themselves to achieve their goals in whatever scenario they may face. This, however, contributes to why people get overwhelmed and burned out quickly; the author believes this could lead to self-oppression — a more destructive state than external coercion. Read full article here
Societal Issues
To curb drug deaths, communities turn to Reddit, texts and wastewater
With drug overdose deaths on the rise, authorities are attempting to curb the epidemic by tracking and sharing information in real time. In one unique effort, a nonprofit in New York City is using drug-testing equipment and stamping or marking habits of dealers to identify drug batches that may endanger users. Other approaches are also being used, such as monitoring drug-related chatter on Reddit and analyzing local wastewater for opioid and other drug levels. With the combination of these efforts, researchers hope to put a dent in the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths. Read full article here
Merv
June 1, 2023
