The Dual Lens Impact of AI on Youth Mental Health and Perception

Authors

  • Neeraj Kumar
  • Divya Garg
  • Hartripat Kaur
  • Nisha Chawla
  • Bhavna Sharma
  • Manpreet Kaur
  • Sagar Gupta

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63682/jns.v14i23S.5776

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence, Mental health, Perception, Youth

Abstract

This study investigates the relationship between the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on youth mental health. The primary goal is to determine whether AI has a positive or negative influence on young people. Data on AI tool usage and mental health status were gathered through standardized secondary sources. The findings reveal a significant connection between time spent using AI tools and mental health issues, with teenagers reporting symptoms such as anxiety, depression, cyberbullying, and reduced social skills. The study highlights both positive and negative effects of AI on youth mental health

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Published

2025-05-13

How to Cite

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Kumar N, Garg D, Kaur H, Chawla N, Sharma B, Kaur M, Gupta S. The Dual Lens Impact of AI on Youth Mental Health and Perception. J Neonatal Surg [Internet]. 2025May13 [cited 2025Jul.10];14(23S):522-7. Available from: https://jneonatalsurg.com/index.php/jns/article/view/5776

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