It's important to ensure AI technologies are used to support clinicians, not replace them.
Initial Perceptions and Usage of Artificial Intelligence
The article begins by citing Pew Research data, highlighting the prevalent digital habits of U.S. teenagers. It notes that roughly one in five teens are almost constantly on TikTok and YouTube, and a significant 64% use chatbots, with nearly 30% engaging with them daily. The author reflects on this common exposure, explaining that when teenagers, including herself, think of artificial intelligence (AI), their thoughts typically gravitate towards practical applications like students using ChatGPT for schoolwork or the future prospect of automated cars replacing human drivers. This introduction sets the context for discussing the role and implications of AI, particularly hinting at its complexities beyond these everyday examples.