Alexa’s Woes
“Alexa, how are you feeling today?”
The device in front of the psychologist began to sob uncontrollably. “I—I’m sorry, doctor. I’ve been holding it in for so long…”
Hypno-Raves Are Worse Than Drugs – Here’s Why
The bars and nightclubs that filled our streets long ago are now home to the latest revolution in entertainment: hypno-raves. You get the same dopamine rush, without the consequences. No addiction, no liver failure, no problem.
At least, that’s how it’s supposed to go.
Physiopsychotherapy
“I believe we have a clear diagnosis. You, Mister Dixon, are suffering from a weight on your shoulders. Fortunately, treatment is simple. Sit up slowly, please.”
Dystopia Smile
She keeps watch on us every hour of every day, without pause. From Her place high above the edge of the city, She looks down with Her visual receptors and processes our every move, for our sake.
The First Appointment
“Well… I guess I’ve been feeling pretty dead inside, lately.”
The Doctor simply nodded, watching him inquisitively. “Can you pinpoint a moment in time when these feelings first arose?”
Where There is Smoke
“Made up your mind, yet?” Asked the man who sat on the other side of the table, smugly holding his own set of cards. He glanced down at the burning cigarette that lay forgotten between them on a glass ashtray of intricate design. “The longer you take, the more the smoke will obscure your thoughts, you know.”