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AI Chatbots Lacking Empathy, Experts Recommend Colleague Support
3/23/2026
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- Peter Stewart, a business psychologist, says AI chatbots can answer basic workplace questions but lack empathy and situational understanding compared with trusted colleagues.
- He notes AI is useful for analytical tasks but less effective for social or emotional inquiries.
- Stewart recommends consulting a close colleague for feedback, since colleagues may have your best interests at heart.
