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Using AI Without Thinking Could Quietly Erode Your Confidence at Work
HR Dive - Latest News·Thursday, 11 June 2026
A recent study found that passively using AI — copying and pasting its output without engaging with the work — can reduce workers' sense of ownership over what they produce. Researchers say this may erode confidence over the long term, even if it boosts productivity in the short term. The finding adds a psychological dimension to the debate about AI in the workplace.
Why It Matters
Most working adults now use AI tools in some form. This research suggests how you use those tools — not just whether you use them — could affect how you feel about your own skills over time.
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