Artificial Intelligence (AI) has positioned itself so seamlessly into everyday life that many hardly notice its presence. From drafting emails to suggesting the fastest route home, AI has become an invisible partner, celebrated for saving time and enhancing productivity. Yet, behind this convenience lies a critical question: when does assistance slip into dependence?

The rise of AI assistants such as ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and Copilot has been hailed as a revolution. Businesses report efficiency gains with employees able to draft docum

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has positioned itself so seamlessly into everyday life that many hardly notice its presence. From drafting emails to suggesting the fastest route home, AI has become an invisible partner, celebrated for saving time and enhancing productivity. Yet, behind this convenience lies a critical question: when does assistance slip into dependence?

The rise of AI assistants such as ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and Copilot has been hailed as a revolution. Businesses report efficiency gains with employees able to draft docum