The STOOPID Disease© - The Dumbing Down of Modern-Day Society and What Can Be Done About It

By Oreste J DAversa

The STOOPID Disease© is a compelling book addressing the decline of intelligence and critical thinking in modern society. It explores the causes and consequences of STOOPIDity, including the influence of technology, media, education, and consumer culture. With actionable strategies, the book offers solutions to combat STOOPIDity

• Language: English
• Publisher: Cutting Edge Technology Publishing
• Release date: Aug 2, 2023
• ISBN: 9781952294280

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The STOOPID Disease©

The Dumbing Down of Moden Day Society and What Can Be Done About It

ORESTE J. DAVERSA

PUBLISHER’S NOTE

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FIRST EDITION

ISBN: 978-1-952294-27-3

Library of Congress Control Number:  2023914027

Published by: Cutting Edge Technology Publishing

Copyright © Oreste J. D’Aversa, 2023. All rights reserved.

Table of Contents

About The Author

Preface

Introduction: The STOOPID Disease©

Chapter 1: The Rise of STOOPID: Understanding the Phenomenon

Chapter 2: The Impact of Technology: How Gadgets and Social Media Contribute to STOOPID

Chapter 3: The Dumbing Down of Education: Examining the Flaws in Modern-Day Learning

Chapter 4: Media Influence: The Role of Entertainment and News in Promoting STOOPIDity

Chapter 5: Consumer Culture: How Marketing and Advertising Contribute to the Spread of STOOPIDity

Chapter 6: The Loss of Critical Thinking: Examining the Consequences

Chapter 7: The STOOPID Effect: How STOOPIDity Affects Individuals and Society

Chapter 8: Breaking the Cycle: Strategies to Combat STOOPIDity

Chapter 9: Promoting Critical Thinking: Education, Media, and Beyond

Chapter 10: Cultivating Intellectual Curiosity: Nurturing a Smarter Society

Conclusion: Overcoming STOOPIDity and Building a Brighter Future

BIBLIOGRAPHY

SUGGESTED READING LIST

About The Author

Oreste J. DAversa (O-res-tee DA-versa) is the owner of Metropolitan Small Business Coaching LLC (www.MetroSmallBusinessCoaching.com) where is a Small Business Coach, Consultant, Trainer, Author, Speaker, Seminar Leader, Public Speaking Coach, and University Lecturer.

He also is a Job Search/Career Coach and works with young people to help them find their college major (www.CollegeMajorCoaching.com).

Reverend Oreste J. D'Aversa is an Interfaith (All-faiths) Minister ordained by The New Seminary in New York City.

You can learn more about his work as an Interfaith Minister at www.GodLovesYouAndMe.org

He appears as a guest on podcasts, radio, and television discussing his expertise on business-related and personal growth subjects, and has authored numerous books, manuals, articles, and audio CDs.

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Preface

In the age of information, where knowledge is