In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler talk about how technology is reshaping intimacy, friendships, and sex, warning that without mindful effort to connect in person, future generations may default to tech over human relationships. 00:07 The Impact of Technology on Human Interaction – They explore how our shift from face-to-face contact to device time is changing the way we relate to each other. 01:07 Screen Time and Human Connection – They share personal stories about shocking screen-time stats and how constant device use is eroding real-life connection. 03:53 Intimacy with Technology – They explain how people are forming emotional and sexual bonds with chatbots and other tech, often feeling lonelier in the long run. 05:30 The Rise of Non-Human Romance – They discuss younger generations' growing preference for fantasy and non-human partners in porn and romance media. 12:55 The Future of Human Relationships – They predict that without mindful action, more people will choose tech-based intimacy over real partners, altering human connection as we know it. With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon #TechImpactOnIntimacy #ShiftInRomanticPreferences #PreservingHumanInteraction

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