Experts Highlight Mental Health Risks of Increasing AI Dependence Among Youth
Experts warn that increasing reliance on AI, especially among young people, is impacting mental health and emotional resilience. While AI tools aid academic work and provide accessible emotional support, excessive dependence may hinder independent thinking and the development of coping skills. Researchers have developed an AI dependency scale to measure overreliance. Specialists emphasize that AI should complement, not replace, human connection, as emotional growth requires navigating real-life challenges and discomfort.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (42/100). Lens Score 33/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, news18. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (28–55/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 11 Oct, 07:41 am. Other outlets followed.