Humor Quote by D.D. Barant
““Deep spirit scanning,” Eisfanger says. His voice has a strange resonance to it, like I’m hearing him through a bad phone connection. “Don’t worry, it’s completely safe. Well, mostly.” “ Mostly? ” “Side effects have been documented,” he admits. “In a very small percentage of cases. Less than two percent.” “What kind of side effects?” Suddenly I’m feeling nauseous. Feels like the ants are crawling around inside me now, which is exactly as disturbing as it sounds. “Memory loss. Synesthesia. And occasionally … vestigial growths.” “So I could forget my own name, start smelling purple everywhere and have an extra nipple sprout from my forehead?””
About This Quote
Source Film: Unknown Sci‑Fi Thriller, 2020
A character warns of experimental mind‑scanning with low‑probability side effects, but the description feels unsettling and potentially dangerous.
In simple terms: Experimental tech may cause rare but disturbing side effects.
Key Takeaway
Proceed with caution when using untested tech.
Themes
technology
risk
ethics
health
psychology
Mood
uneasy
curious
skeptical
Type
cautionary
speculative
dramatic
When to use this quote
- medical trials
- psychological research
- personal health decisions
- regulatory review
Key Concepts
neuroscience
experimental procedures
informed consent
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards are needed for experimental procedures?
- How do we balance innovation with safety?
A Different Perspective
The quoted risks are vague and may be downplayed, leading to misuse.
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