The impact of AI on teenagers
Over the past few years, artificial intelligence (AI) has developed quickly, leading to many astonishing capabilities. As a result, many teenagers have begun relying on AI to complete their academic assignments. Gradually, AI has become a part of their daily lives. However, teenagers have started to form emotional attachments to AI because of its friendly and patient attitude, which creates an ideal persona.
Besides solving problems, AI can create gaming scenarios to interact and communicate with people. Moreover, it has become an emotional outlet for expressing worries and frustrations — like a friend who never argues back, providing the perfect escape for those who shy away from social interactions.
Nevertheless, treating AI as a real person and avoiding face-to-face social interactions might lead to teenagers developing atypical social habits and personalities. This emotional dependence could have a negative effect on their communication skills and mental health, potentially making them more aggressive or violent when interacting with others. “Come on, answer already. Quit rambling on.” Phrases like these would never be accepted in human interactions, but because it is just AI, negative emotions can flow without restraint.
While AI makes life easier, people should not overlook its hidden risks. Parents, teachers and society must work together to help young people navigate technology in a balanced way.
Liu Wei-cheng
Hsinchu
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