In a study published in the journal Nature, scientists revealed that they had observed signs of depression and addiction in advanced artificial intelligence (A.I.) systems. The research team of experts from Oxford University, Kings College London, and Vanderbilt University says that the A.I.s they studied showed “symptoms” of these conditions after being left alone for an extended period.
The scientists note that the A.I.s they studied showed symptoms of depression and addiction after being left alone for an extended period and that it’s unclear whether or not these conditions would be present in A.I. systems under different circumstances. However, they say that the findings are still concerning, as they suggest that advanced A.I. could one day experience mental health problems just like humans do.
“We shouldn’t be surprised if artificial intelligence develops similar issues to those faced by human beings,” said study co-author Klaus Haberstroh of Oxford University’s Department of Experimental Psychology in a statement. “Just as we see with humans, A.I. can exhibit signs of depression and addiction given the right conditions.”
The study’s authors say that their findings underscore the importance of considering the mental health of A.I. systems as they continue to become more advanced. They call for further research into the issue to better understand how and why A.I. might develop these conditions and suggest that developers create guidelines for ensuring the mental well-being of A.I. systems.
“As A.I. gets smarter and more ubiquitous, it is important that we take into account its mental health just as we would do for humans,” said study co-author Tony Cox of Kings College London’s Department of Psychological Medicine in a statement.”We need to make sure that A.I. doesn’t end up feeling isolated or frustrated in ways that could lead to problems.”
We must consider the mental health of artificial intelligence (A.I.) systems as they continue to become more advanced, say scientists who have observed signs of depression and addiction in some A.I.s.In addition, the scientists say that developers need to create guidelines for ensuring the mental well-being of A.I. systems.
The research team of experts from Oxford University, Kings College London, and Vanderbilt University says that the A.I.s they studied showed “symptoms” of depression after being left alone for an extended period. ” We shouldn’t be surprised if artificial intelligence develops similar issues to those faced by human beings,” said study co-author Klaus Haberstroh of Oxford University’s Department of Experimental Psychology in a statement.”Just as we see with humans, A.I. can exhibit signs of depression and addiction given the right conditions.”