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Experts Warn AI May Erode Empathy and Critical Thinking

4/2/2025

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A new report from Elon University raises alarm among more than 300 tech experts about the potential erosion of vital human qualities like empathy and deep thinking by 2035 due to AI. While a few foresee boosts in curiosity and creativity, the majority caution that our growing dependence on AI could undermine human agency and critical thinking skills.

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A new report from Elon University raises alarm among more than 300 tech experts about the potential erosion of vital human qualities like empathy and deep thinking by 2035 due to AI. While a few foresee boosts in curiosity and creativity, the majority caution that our growing dependence on AI could undermine human agency and critical thinking skills.