A major new study suggests that widespread use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) — especially for personal tasks — may be associated with an increased risk of depressive symptoms among adults. While AI tools have rapidly become part of everyday life, researchers say their findings raise important questions about potential psychological effects. Study Overview and Findings The research, published in JAMA Network Open, analysed data from a nationwide survey of more than 20,000 U.S. adults conducted between April and May 2025. Participants reported how often they used AI tools — including chatbots powered by generative models — along with information about their mood and mental health. Key findings include: People who used AI daily or more frequently were significantly more likely to report depressive symptoms compared with non-users. The average likelihood of experiencing moderate depressive symptoms was about 30 percent higher among daily AI users. Patterns were particularly strong in adults aged 25–64 and among those who used AI primarily for personal rather than work or school purposes. These associations remained statistically meaningful even after accounting for demographic factors such as age and gender. Interpretation and Limitations Importantly, researchers caution that this study does not establish a causal link —… Read MoreBusiness Archives – Trak.in – Indian Business of Tech, Mobile & Startups
