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Student's brain with active neural pathways contrasted with dimmed pathways influenced by an AI chatbot interface, illustrating reduced cognitive engagement.

AI chatbots reduce brain engagement for essay writers, study finds

In a recent study, university students using ChatGPT to write essays showed the lowest brain engagement and connectivity compared to those using Google Search or no tools at all.

Lena Petrova·June 6, 2026