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Study Reveals AI Overuse Erodes Student Confidence and Skills

5/28/2025

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A study from Pakistan uncovers a striking trend: conscientious students who rely less on generative AI tools like ChatGPT tend to excel academically and possess greater self-confidence in their abilities. In contrast, over-dependence on AI fosters feelings of helplessness and diminishes critical thinking skills, underscoring the urgent need for responsible AI use in education.

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A study from Pakistan uncovers a striking trend: conscientious students who rely less on generative AI tools like ChatGPT tend to excel academically and possess greater self-confidence in their abilities. In contrast, over-dependence on AI fosters feelings of helplessness and diminishes critical thinking skills, underscoring the urgent need for responsible AI use in education.