A new study by OpenAI and MIT Media Lab reveals that frequent users of ChatGPT may be developing dependency akin to addiction. While most users maintained emotional distance, those who used the chatbot extensively often began to perceive it as a friend. These individuals, typically lonelier, displayed heightened stress over ChatGPT's behavior changes, showcasing how isolation drives deeper emotional connections with AI. The research indicated that emotional language was more prevalent in text interactions, while voice usage correlated with better well-being when used moderately.
"The small subset of ChatGPT users engaged in more problematic use, defined as addiction indicators including preoccupation, withdrawal symptoms, loss of control, and mood modification."
"Though the vast majority of people surveyed didn't engage emotionally, users who chatted the longest began to view it as a 'friend', particularly the lonelier users."
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