August 7, 2025Frontiers in Public HealthOpen Access

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) use and dependence: an approach from behavioral economics

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Participants indicated low average dependence on generative AI tools, with a score of 65.6 on the AI Dependence Scale.
The multiple choice procedure revealed significant differences in the reinforcement value of AI chatbots based on usage duration.
Data analysis utilized repeated measures ANOVA to assess effects of reward magnitude and delay on decisions regarding AI use.
Findings highlight the need for further research into the psychological and social factors influencing AI dependence among young adults.

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Survey examines perceived dependence and reinforcement values of AI chatbots versus monetary rewards among young adults, suggesting unique decision-making patterns.

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Robayo‐Pinzon et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/689522189f4f1c896c429dda https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1634121

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Survey examines perceived dependence and reinforcement values of AI chatbots versus monetary rewards among young adults, suggesting unique decision-making patterns.

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) use and dependence: an approach from behavioral economics

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Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) use and dependence: an approach from behavioral economics

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