This study explores the effects on your brain of using LLMs like ChatGPT in everyday tasks.
Brain activity of 55 students aged 18-25 was recorded during 4 sessions of essay writing and solving a coding challenge, in 3 conditions: using ChatGPT, using internet search, and not using any tools.
We found that the attention of the participants who were using ChatGPT is significantly reduced and cognitive load is increased, when compared to participants using internet search or their brain only.