The autistic society
The autistic society
Information technology has a profound effect on individuals, organizations, and society. Whereas most of its impact is positive, there might be some negative side-effects. This paper argues that to a certain extent, society has developed in a way that resembles autism, which is concerned with the manner people react and communicate. In particular, excessive use of IT and computers might cause Western societies to acquire characteristics of autism. Signs of this can be found in a variety of domains, such as telecommuting or Internet addiction. Cultural considerations must be put in place if we wish to keep a balance between private and public life. Implications for individuals, organizations and society are discussed.
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Baruch, Yehuda
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Baruch, Yehuda
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Abstract
Information technology has a profound effect on individuals, organizations, and society. Whereas most of its impact is positive, there might be some negative side-effects. This paper argues that to a certain extent, society has developed in a way that resembles autism, which is concerned with the manner people react and communicate. In particular, excessive use of IT and computers might cause Western societies to acquire characteristics of autism. Signs of this can be found in a variety of domains, such as telecommuting or Internet addiction. Cultural considerations must be put in place if we wish to keep a balance between private and public life. Implications for individuals, organizations and society are discussed.
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Accepted/In Press date: 12 January 2000
e-pub ahead of print date: 13 November 2000
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URI: http://eprints.soton.ac.uk/id/eprint/486595
ISSN: 0378-7206
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