As artificial intelligence becomes a routine part of work in healthcare, software development and other professions, researchers are warning that heavy reliance on these tools could weaken important human skills. Studies involving doctors and software engineers found that while AI can improve performance and efficiency, users may struggle more when working without it and retain less knowledge over time. Experts say the growing risk of AI-driven "deskilling" highlights the need to balance technological assistance with continued development of human expertise.

Despite fears that artificial intelligence could make jobs more scarce in certain sectors, many young people say their careers could benefit from use of new technologies

Chatbots have already wormed their way into the U.S. health-care system.