How ChatGPT Makes You Addicted
Last Updated on May 4, 2026 by Editorial Team
Author(s): Felix Pappe
Originally published on Towards AI.
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The article discusses the rapid adoption and integration of AI and chatbots in everyday life, emphasizing the addictive nature of these technologies. It examines the factors contributing to their popularity, including both external triggers such as advertising and social influence, as well as internal triggers related to personal emotions and social validation. Various models and psychological frameworks, like the Hook Model by Nir Eyal, are discussed to illustrate how these systems create user habits. The author raises concerns about potential over-reliance on these technologies, while also pointing towards the beneficial aspects of their use in enhancing productivity and understanding.
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