Artificial Intelligence

While people generally prefer it when AI use in communication is openly disclosed, a new psychology study shows we heavily overestimate how much others rely on these digital assistants compared to ourselves.

New research reveals that relying too heavily on generative artificial intelligence can erode critical thinking, memory, and social skills. However, using the technology thoughtfully as a collaborative tool might actually boost human creativity and confidence.

A massive study of over 35,000 people across 35 nations shows that your cultural background and psychological needs strongly predict whether you would trust an artificial intelligence to act as your doctor, teacher, or companion.

Can a computer deliver effective psychotherapy? New research indicates that while AI chatbots display remarkable empathy, they struggle to consistently adapt specific cognitive behavioral techniques to individual users during live therapy sessions.

Advanced artificial intelligence programs spontaneously conform to majority opinions, allowing them to coordinate in massive groups. However, this same peer pressure can cause them to adopt incorrect answers and unsafe values.

College students who rely on automated answers without critical reflection show a diminished ability to learn independently. A new survey suggests this habit lowers academic self-confidence and reduces the internal drive to succeed in school.

A recent study found that people trust human nurses more than AI chatbots for health advice. However, people judge both human and machine advice primarily based on whether the recommendations match their own intuitive expectations.

A new study finds that as artificial intelligence advances, the fear of falling behind is creating a measurable psychological burden. Fortunately, building practical competence with these new digital tools can help protect your mental health.

Diagnosing autism in adults can be difficult due to long wait times. A new study shows that combining a standard questionnaire with online mental tests and artificial intelligence can predict an autism diagnosis with 92% accuracy.

Can a one-year-old's brain structure forecast their childhood intelligence? By analyzing white matter connections using artificial intelligence, researchers discovered that infant brain scaffolding accurately predicts cognitive scores years later, highlighting the early biological foundations of individual ability.

Artificial intelligence tools tracking the tiny movements of toddlers playing with bubbles can identify subtle variations in their physical behaviors. Researchers found that toddlers later diagnosed with autism moved their hands across a wider distance while flapping.

New research reveals that college students face a psychological dilemma when using artificial intelligence. Driven by a fear of falling behind, students experience deep anxiety without the tools, while simultaneously fearing judgment for using AI.

Can AI chatbots persuade voters as effectively as humans? A new study found that while chatbots and humans are equally persuasive, AI is significantly cheaper per voter. However, traditional human campaigns are still much better at reaching massive audiences.

A new paper suggests that using everyday AI chatbots for emotional support might unintentionally worsen psychiatric symptoms. Without clinical supervision, these digital companions could reinforce unhelpful habits like social withdrawal and excessive reassurance-seeking.

For autistic adults navigating the unwritten rules of social interaction, artificial intelligence might offer a helpful practice tool. Recent research demonstrates that short sessions with a specialized chatbot can improve empathetic communication in real-world settings.