As AI tools become our go-to for writing, problem-solving, and even thinking — researchers are warning of a quiet cost: our brains are doing less.
A recent MIT study found that people using ChatGPT showed lower brain engagement and weaker linguistic and behavioral performance.
Why? Because cognitive offloading — letting AI think for us — saves effort today but may shrink our critical thinking, memory, and creativity tomorrow.
AI is incredible. It amplifies what we can do.
But if we stop exercising our minds, we risk trading convenience for capability.
💭 Do you think AI is making us smarter or lazier?