New research explores the potential of AI to not just mimic human conversation but fundamentally supplant many aspects human cognition. The work, published in the journal Neuropsychology, raises concerns about the risks that AI chatbots might pose to higher order executive functions.
• The development of artificial intelligence may lead to a technological singularity when it begins to go beyond human control.
• ChatGPT is a tool designed to understand and generate human-like text based on data fed into it.
• Dominguez is concerned about the risks that AI chatbots may pose to higher-order executive functions.
• Artificial intelligence can act as a “cognitive prosthesis,” performing cognitive tasks on behalf of humans.
• Gamification involves adding game elements to non-game activities to improve decision making.
• The article warns of potential risks associated with the close integration of artificial intelligence into cognitive processes.
• Cognitive offloading can be a useful mechanism, but with technologies such as ChatGPT there is a risk of slowing cognitive development and problem-solving abilities.