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This research aims to evaluate how interaction with generative artificial intelligence relates to the mental health of college students.

August 6, 2026Acta PsychologicaOpen Access

From anxiety to adaptation: A study on the relationship between college students' AI interaction experience and mental health in higher education

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XYXiang YuAnhui Medical University JLjiahao luoChongqing Technology and Business University

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Randomized trial examines AI interaction and its impact on mental health in college students, suggesting implications for digital teaching strategies.

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This research aims to evaluate how interaction with generative artificial intelligence relates to the mental health of college students.
Analyzed 902 empirical data sets regarding students' experiences with AI technology.
Utilized the Job Demands-Resources model and Conservation of Resources theory for the analysis framework.
Identified patterns of anxiety related to AI usage and adaptation.
Found that higher AI anxiety is negatively associated with mental well-being (p<0.05).
Observed a U-shaped relationship, indicating more experienced users face complex anxiety issues.
Extended educational psychology insights by incorporating data compliance and legal governance considerations.

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Yu et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a7437e1764cddc9499d5aed https://doi.org/10.1016/j.actpsy.2026.107567

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Randomized trial examines AI interaction and its impact on mental health in college students, suggesting implications for digital teaching strategies.

From anxiety to adaptation: A study on the relationship between college students' AI interaction experience and mental health in higher education

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From anxiety to adaptation: A study on the relationship between college students' AI interaction experience and mental health in higher education

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