Renowned author Ben Mezrich recently shed light on the impact of Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter, as he claims that Musk himself experienced a significant decline in mental health following his increased presence on the social media platform. In an interview with CNBC, Mezrich expressed his belief that "Elon didn't just break Twitter. Twitter broke Elon Musk."

The problems surrounding Musk's involvement with Twitter include a decrease in ad revenue, a loss of users, and the increasing difficulty of finding reliable news sources. Mezrich indicates that these issues had a profound effect on Musk, to the extent that Twitter employees contemplated requesting a wellness check on the tech entrepreneur due to concerns about potential self-harm.

Describing him as an "incredibly unpopular person," Mezrich highlights an incident in which Musk was booed on stage during an appearance with Dave Chapelle. This event seems to have left a lasting impact, further exacerbating Musk's mental state. Mezrich also mentions the distressing incident of Musk's child's car being attacked, which further contributed to his downward spiral.

The catalyst for Musk's decline, according to Mezrich, was his decision to eliminate Twitter's verification system, which caused prominent users to abandon the platform. This move ignited a chain reaction, leading to an influx of hate speech, conspiracy theories, and subsequent mass exodus of advertisers.

While it is concerning to witness this decline in Musk's mental well-being, it is important to acknowledge that his problems are self-inflicted. The amplification of hateful and controversial content, including antisemitism, far-right propaganda, and misinformation, has undoubtedly contributed to his rapid decline in popularity.

As the situation unfolds, it is hoped that Musk seeks the help he may need to navigate these troubling times. The impact of his influence on Twitter and the blowback he experiences in return demonstrate the magnitude of responsibility that comes with wielding a powerful platform such as social media. The repercussions, in Musk's case, have been significant and deeply troubling for those observing his downward trajectory.