59 - Are we creating happiness machines?

In this episode Nicoleta explores the relationship between neurotechnology and happiness with Toby Pasman, neurophysiology researcher and entrepreneur from Eugene, Oregon, USA. Living in a small town and growing with an incessant curiosity to discover the world.From reading to developing passion for psychology and neuroscience.How applied neuroscience plans to bring “neuromodulation” to the masses. What kind of technology is neuro-modulation, neurofeedback and neurostimulation?Why after a century EEG is being used outside of the doctor’s cabinet to check if you produce healthy brain waves?What are the benefits of neurotraining  to our physiological and psychological functioning?How Artificial Intelligence is used to modulate electrical and chemical activities in the brain and improve wellbeing.Are we relying on machines to help us shift from low frequency alfa brain waves to the higher calming beta or gamma brain waves?Can you envisage a future where masses will access brain gyms and brain neuro labs during the lunch break?Does neurostimulation really work? Can neurostimulation boost the level of dopamine, serotonine and norepinephrine? Can neurofeedback resolve the cause of our problems or only offer a short term alleviation of symptoms?Will people become dependent on neuro-modulation technology?Are we creating happiness machines?Shall we fear that AI will make us humans its slaves? Will AI upload our consciousness to the "cloud"? How psychology, spirituality and neuromodulation tolls seem to achieve the same result.  Find more about Toby’s work here: https://roscoeswetsuitneuro.comTry neurofeedback with a 15% discount today:roscoeswetsuitneuro.com/opentohappiness