Hunh. And then there's this bit of interesting news from NPR: Military Plans to Test Brain Implants to Fight Mental Disorders. According to the article, some people with Parkinson's and epilepsy have been helped by simple brain implants which are similar to pacemakers. The DARPA-funded research will try to adapt the technology more specifically to certain "brain circuits" that contribute to problems such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD, a big issue with military veterans.
I think I'll let them work the kinks out for a bit before I go putting circuitry in my brain. Of course, we may all be wired internally before long anyway, if only for Wi-fi access.
Haha! Love your wi-fi comment. That's a somewhat scary article. I am watching a TV show about a brain surgeon and it amazes me what they can do.
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