The use of ChatGPT and other AI platforms as a tool for emotional support, life coaching, and problem-solving is known as AI therapy
Effects of AI-powered emotional support:
Adverse effects:
Unhealthy reassurance-seeking habits might result from overreliance.
Unlike skilled therapists, AI is unable to correct cognitive distortions.
Users who alter confirmation prompts run the risk of bias reinforcement.
Loss of human touch: no empathy, deep understanding, or personal stories.
Pertinence to the UPSC exam syllabus:
GS Paper 3 (Science and Technology) discusses ethical concerns in emerging technology as well as applications of artificial intelligence.
GS Paper 4 (Ethics) raises concerns about the moral boundaries of applying AI in sensitive areas like mental health. Highlights concerns about privacy, responsible AI use, and public trust.
Assignment for an Essay:
Excellent for essays discussing how technology and human welfare interact, how artificial intelligence affects society, or how to strike a balance between morality and innovation.
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