Cerebrum

Cerebrum is a science fiction novella by Albert Teichner, written in the early 1960s. The narrative is set in a future where a central mind facilitates telepathic communication among individuals, but begins to deteriorate, leading to societal chaos. The story follows Connor and Rhoda, a couple who face isolation after being 'Suspended' from the Central System, prompting them to confront the implications of over-dependence on technology for communication. The novella explores themes of psychological connectivity and the value of independent thought amidst a failing system.