Is AI Making Us Dumber?

This Is Your Brain With Dr. Phil Stieg by Dr. Phil Stieg

Sep 18, 202628:20Science & Medicine

Every time AI answers for you, part of your brain may switch off. Theoretical neuroscientist Dr. Vivienne Ming explains why, including a striking claim about GPS use and Alzheimer's risk. Dr. Ming shares her own fix for...

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