Hidden cost of AI? Researchers warn of a slow erosion of human thinking
A group of over 30 researchers from top institutions warns that excessive reliance on AI could lead to an 'epistemic risk,' where human critical thinking and independent judgment are gradually eroded. The paper compares this cognitive decline to muscle atrophy caused by long-term disuse.
Why it matters
This highlights a growing academic concern regarding the long-term societal and psychological impacts of integrating AI into daily decision-making processes.
Hidden cost of AI? Researchers warn of a slow erosion of human thinking - The Times of India
The article reports on a specific academic paper and its findings without taking a stance on the technology itself.
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