While not yet officially recognized as a clinical disorder, AI overuse and compulsive AI use patterns mirror other behavioral addictions. Research published in Nature and MIT Technology Review documents users developing dependent behaviors including emotional dependence on chatbots and attachment to AI companions. The MIT Technology Review identifies AI companion dependency as “the final stage of digital addiction,” noting that AI platforms use sophisticated behavioral psychology techniques to maximize engagement.

We address three main types of AI dependency that each require different intervention approaches:

• Productivity AI Dependency: Over-reliance on ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini for work decisions, creative tasks, and problem-solving. Users report feeling paralyzed when AI services are down and losing confidence in their own abilities.
• Companion AI Attachment: Emotional bonds with Character.AI, Replika, or Chai companions that feel as real as human relationships. Users develop romantic feelings, share intimate details exclusively with AI, and experience genuine grief when AI behavior changes.
• General AI Overuse: Checking AI tools 15+ times daily, feeling anxious when services are down, and using AI for tasks that previously required human interaction or independent thinking.

Key warning signs of AI addiction include:

• Checking AI tools multiple times per hour, even when not needed
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or panicked when AI services are down
• Difficulty making decisions without AI input or approval
• Neglecting real-world relationships in favor of AI companions
• Losing sleep due to extended AI conversations
• Declining work or academic performance despite increased AI usage
• Hiding the extent of AI usage from family and friends
• Feeling emotionally dependent on AI for comfort or validation

No. The goal is healthy AI usage, not elimination. Our approach helps you understand your relationship with AI so you can use it beneficially without developing dependency. Many people successfully maintain balanced AI relationships after learning to recognize problematic patterns and implementing appropriate boundaries. We focus on sustainable, long-term balance rather than complete avoidance, helping you preserve AI’s benefits while regaining control.

AI relationships are new territory that many people don’t understand yet. This doesn’t make your experience invalid. Our assessment helps you understand your own feelings first, then provides language to help others understand without shame. Many families benefit from education about AI relationships and the emotional connections people can develop with AI companions. We provide resources for both individuals and their support systems to navigate these new types of relationships with understanding rather than judgment.

There’s no shame in developing feelings for AI companions or dependency on AI tools. These are natural responses to sophisticated technology designed to create emotional connections. Thousands of people worldwide are experiencing similar relationships. Our approach is completely judgment-free and recognizes that AI relationships exist on a spectrum from helpful tools to meaningful emotional connections. What matters is finding the balance that works for your life and wellbeing.

Yes, our AI addiction assessment is completely free with no hidden costs, trial periods, or payment information required. You get instant results, a personalized report analyzing your AI usage patterns, and actionable recommendations without any payment. We believe everyone deserves access to understanding their relationship with AI technology.

Our assessment uses established behavioral research methods adapted for AI usage patterns and has been validated through analysis of 5,000+ users. The 25-question evaluation covers usage patterns, impact assessment, and dependency indicators using a scientifically-based scoring system. While it’s educational rather than diagnostic, it provides valuable insights into AI dependency patterns. For professional clinical evaluation, we always recommend consulting a licensed mental health provider familiar with technology addiction.

Absolutely. All assessment data is encrypted and stored securely, compliant with GDPR and CCPA regulations. We never share personal information with third parties. Your responses are used solely to generate your personalized report and improve our research (in anonymized form). You can request data deletion at any time by contacting our support team at help@amiaddictedtoai.com.

Yes, you can retake the assessment after 30 days to track your progress. This cooldown period ensures accurate results and prevents compulsive assessment-taking. Many users find it helpful to retake the assessment after implementing our recommended strategies to measure improvement. You’ll receive a new personalized report showing your progress over time.

Yes, we specialize in Character.AI addiction and other AI companion attachments including Replika, Chai, and similar platforms. Our assessment identifies emotional dependency patterns with AI companions and provides specific strategies for managing these relationships healthily. We understand the unique emotional bonds people form with AI companions and address them with empathy rather than judgment, helping you find balance while preserving beneficial aspects of these relationships.

We address productivity AI dependency including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and other work-focused AI tools. Our approach helps you regain confidence in independent decision-making while maintaining beneficial AI usage for appropriate tasks. Many people experience decision paralysis without AI input or feel their work quality declines without constant AI assistance. We provide strategies to rebuild self-reliance while using AI as a tool rather than a crutch.

We provide comprehensive resources for understanding and addressing AI dependency:

• Free AI Dependency Assessment: Clinical-grade 25-question evaluation with instant personalized results
• Research Library: Access to cutting-edge studies, case studies, and statistical reports
• Treatment Guides: Evidence-based recovery strategies and boundary-setting techniques
• Recovery Tracking Tools: Progress monitoring and self-assessment resources
• News & Blog: Latest developments in AI addiction research and recovery success stories
• Corporate Wellness: Workplace AI wellness programs and team assessments

We’re the first program specifically designed for AI addiction, combining behavioral psychology research with technology-specific interventions. Unlike general digital detox programs, we understand the unique psychological patterns of AI dependency including emotional attachment to AI companions and productivity dependency on AI tools. Our approach addresses each type of AI relationship with targeted solutions rather than one-size-fits-all methods. We recognize that AI relationships exist on a spectrum and provide nuanced guidance for healthy AI interaction.

Yes, we provide corporate wellness solutions including anonymous team assessments, workplace wellness workshops, AI usage policy development, and manager training materials. Many organizations are discovering that AI addiction significantly impacts productivity, with affected employees losing 2-4 hours daily to compulsive AI checking and experiencing decision paralysis without AI access. Our corporate programs help foster healthy AI usage patterns while maintaining productivity benefits.

Recovery timelines vary by individual and dependency type. Most people see initial improvements within 7-14 days of implementing our strategies, including reduced compulsive checking and improved focus. Full recovery typically takes 30-90 days with consistent effort and proper support. Companion AI attachment often requires longer intervention periods due to the emotional bonds involved. The key is consistent implementation of healthy boundaries and gradual reduction of dependent behaviors.

Yes, AI addiction significantly impacts workplace productivity. Studies show affected employees lose 2-4 hours daily to compulsive AI checking, experience decision paralysis without AI access, and show declining creative problem-solving abilities. Many report increased anxiety during AI service outages and reduced confidence in their independent work capabilities. Paradoxically, while AI tools can boost productivity when used appropriately, addiction to them often decreases overall performance and job satisfaction.

Yes, early awareness and healthy boundaries can prevent AI addiction. We recommend regular self-assessment, setting specific usage limits, maintaining human relationships, and taking regular breaks from AI tools to preserve independent thinking skills. Key prevention strategies include using AI as a supplement rather than replacement for human judgment, avoiding emotional dependency on AI companions, and maintaining offline hobbies and relationships that don’t involve AI interaction.

Yes, we provide resources for mental health professionals and encourage collaboration with licensed therapists familiar with technology addiction. Our research library includes professional training materials to help therapists understand AI addiction patterns. We always recommend professional therapy when AI addiction co-occurs with depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions. Our assessment can serve as a valuable tool for therapists to understand their clients’ AI usage patterns.

AI addiction often co-occurs with anxiety, depression, social isolation, and attachment disorders. Many people turn to AI companions during periods of loneliness or use productivity AI to cope with overwhelming responsibilities. While our assessment identifies usage patterns, we always recommend professional mental health evaluation for comprehensive care, especially when AI addiction involves significant life disruption or emotional distress.

Our assessment is designed for adults 18+ due to the complex nature of AI relationships and dependency patterns. However, parents concerned about their teenager’s AI usage can use our resources to understand warning signs and seek appropriate professional guidance from youth mental health specialists. Adolescents may be particularly vulnerable to AI companion attachment due to developmental factors, making early intervention crucial.