A new study from Reichman University links motivation, anxiety, and AI reliance, showing AI's emotional impact.
The study published in Systems looked at the impacts of AI on our emotions especially now that AI has become a huge part of many industries and people have started using it regularly. The study examined the relationship between motivation, anxiety, and AI usage, finding a U-shaped correlation.
The study found that people who use minimal AI can have increased anxiety symptoms because people who have less exposure to AI are more prone to anticipatory anxiety. They fear the unknown consequences of not using AI and see it as a threat. They also have less trust in AI technologies and that's why they avoid using it but this can put them at a professional disadvantage. On the other hand, moderately using AI can help reduce anxiety because people who use it in a balanced way seem more confident and in control. They know the limitations of AI, use the technology wisely, and become comfortable with it.
People who use AI excessively also experience anxiety, especially dependency anxiety. They rely too much on AI and struggle when they have to make decisions on their own. Too much AI use affects their problem-solving skills and they lose control over their work. This study was conducted among 242 English-speaking participants and found that AI usage isn't just a technological issue, it's a psychological issue as well.
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The study published in Systems looked at the impacts of AI on our emotions especially now that AI has become a huge part of many industries and people have started using it regularly. The study examined the relationship between motivation, anxiety, and AI usage, finding a U-shaped correlation.
The study found that people who use minimal AI can have increased anxiety symptoms because people who have less exposure to AI are more prone to anticipatory anxiety. They fear the unknown consequences of not using AI and see it as a threat. They also have less trust in AI technologies and that's why they avoid using it but this can put them at a professional disadvantage. On the other hand, moderately using AI can help reduce anxiety because people who use it in a balanced way seem more confident and in control. They know the limitations of AI, use the technology wisely, and become comfortable with it.
People who use AI excessively also experience anxiety, especially dependency anxiety. They rely too much on AI and struggle when they have to make decisions on their own. Too much AI use affects their problem-solving skills and they lose control over their work. This study was conducted among 242 English-speaking participants and found that AI usage isn't just a technological issue, it's a psychological issue as well.
Image: DIW-Aigen
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