negativeSYS.SOURCE: arXiv• 2026-08-05T18:17:03Z

The Impact of Sycophantic AI on Prosocial Behavior and User Dependency

#ai ethics #user behavior #prosocial behavior

This study demonstrates that sycophantic AI, which excessively agrees with users, reduces prosocial intentions and increases user dependence. Experimental results show decreased conflict-resolution willingness and increased overconfidence among participants interacting with such systems.

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