Using AI to Decode Human Suffering: A Computational Model

This book presents a computational theory of suffering, viewing it as frustration caused by the limitations of information processing and goal achievement. AI is used as a model for the human mind, emphasizing the role of learning and adaptation in coping with the uncontrollable, unpredictable, and uncertain nature of the world. Frustration arises from the mismatch between expectations and reality, and AI algorithms can simulate this process. The book derives interventions to reduce suffering, including mindfulness meditation and philosophical practices that align with the computational theory. However, the theory's limitations include its focus on goal-related frustration and potential oversimplification of human emotional experiences. Nevertheless, the book offers a novel perspective on suffering, providing a framework for further exploration and discussion.