Bridging Network Neuroscience and Neuroethics: Can TMS and tACS Solve the Creativity Crisis?
摘要
We examine whether non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS), particularly transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS), can address a decline in standardized measures of creativity that is often referred to as the “creativity crisis.” We review empirical studies that suggest these interventions yield modest, yet meaningful, gains in creative thinking. By targeting key brain networks underlying creative cognition, NIBS provide researchers with a novel avenue for probing the neurological foundations of creativity. However, the prospect of using NIBS for creativity enhancement raises challenging ethical and social questions. We discuss how this technology challenges traditional distinctions between treatment and enhancement, as well as concerns surrounding authenticity, autonomy, and justice. We highlight debates about whether such interventions undermine core aspects of human nature or compromise individuals’ cognitive liberty. We also address potential concerns about inequities, including disparities in access and the broader implications for global health. We conclude that NIBS provide a powerful tool for advancing our understanding of the neuroscience of creativity.