CINCINNATI —

Artificial intelligence is becoming a staple in daily life, and while some embrace it, mental health professionals are raising concerns about its potential addictive nature, likening it to substances like drugs, alcohol, and gambling.

Dr. Chris Tuell, clinical director at the Lindner Center of Hope, likens AI chatbots to a best friend, available 24/7, providing instant gratification that can be addictive. Advertisement

"It's kind of like a best friend, right? It's there for me 24/7. It's there during good times and in bad, and I can always count on it when I can't count on people in my life," Tuell said.

The long-term impacts of AI on human behavior are still not fully understood, but experts compare its instant gratification to that of drugs, alcohol, and gambling. Tuell

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