Published • loading... • Updated
Survey: 1 in 4 Americans are anxious about AI. Here’s what therapists say actually helps
Gallup said 68% of daily U.S. AI users worry about the technology, as a 2026 study linked heavier use with more depression and anxiety symptoms.
- Roughly 1 in 4 Americans named AI as a source of anxiety, according to the Thriveworks 2026 Pulse on Mental Health Report, with the United States leading in worry at 74%.
- A 2026 JAMA Network Open study of over 20,000 adults found that frequent AI use correlates with increased depression and anxiety symptoms, while daily routines now involve dodging AI-generated content.
- Commissioned by Microsoft, a Gallup study of 37 countries found positive emotions toward AI most common in China , Singapore , and Kenya , contrasting sharply with U.S. anxiety.
- Maddy Brener, Psy. D., a licensed clinical psychologist at Thriveworks, states AI "interferes with things that bring us joy," yet individuals can take small steps to maintain control and peace.
- President Donald Trump and Chinese Premier Jingping meet on Thursday to discuss AI safety, as State Security official Chen Yixin warned the technology could threaten political and institutional security.
Insights by Ground AI
24 Articles
24 Articles
Star Local+22 Reposted by 22 other sources
Survey: 1 in 4 Americans are anxious about AI. Here’s what therapists say actually helps
Thriveworks reports that 1 in 4 Americans feel anxious about AI. Therapists suggest coping strategies like journaling, challenging negative thoughts, and focusing on human experiences.
Coverage Details
Total News Sources24
Leaning Left4Leaning Right3Center16Last UpdatedBias Distribution70% Center
Bias Distribution
- 70% of the sources are Center
70% Center
L 17%
C 70%
13%
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
