The Cognitive Impact of AI-Assisted Thinking: Investigating the Effects of LLM Tools (e.g., ChatGPT) on Critical Thinking, Memory Retention, and Decision-Making in Young Adults.

Author(s)	Manoj Kumar, Dr.Seetha lakshmi.A
Country	India
Abstract	This study investigates the cognitive consequences of AI assisted thinking by examining the extent to which the use of LLMs such as ChatGPT, impacts critical thinking, memory retention, and decision making among young adults. As AI technology is most widely preferred both at school and in the workplace, many scientists are worried that people will increasingly engage in cognitive off loading, or relying on their computers to do the heavy mental works.
Keywords	LLMs, Critical thinking, Memory retention, Decision making, AI technology, Young adults.
Field	Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On	2026-02-20
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i01.69276

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