Examining The Impact of AI and Internet Ubiquity on Human Overthinking and Decision-Making Latency: An Empirical Study on Digital Overstimulation and Cognitive Rumination
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.64474/3139-1559.Vol2.Issue1.7Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence, Digital Overstimulation, Cognitive Rumination, Decision-Making Latency, Internet Ubiquity, Overthinking, Cognitive Load, AI DependencyAbstract
The presence of artificial intelligence (AI) and internet technologies has brought about a tremendous change in terms of human cognition and decision-making processes. Exposures of individuals to AI enabled digital environments, online multitasking and internet use in general have raised questions with respect to cognitive overload, overthinking, and decision-making delay. This research project aims at investigating the effect of the AI phenomenon and the internet on digital overstimulation, cognitive ruminations, and decision-making delay in human subjects within the age range of 18 to 45 years. Quantitative methods will be employed involving tests and measures such as correlation and ANOVA. The findings indicate a strong positive correlation between digital overstimulation, dependency on AI, cognitive rumination, and delayed decision-making. This study suggests that excessive digital activities are a major source of mental exhaustion, recurring thought processes, and reduced cognitive efficiency. These findings show the importance of practicing digital balance and proper use of AI in today’s world.
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