Smarter and Dumber: The Great Cognitive Paradox of the AI Era

"Human productivity is reaching new heights. Yet mental depth, retention, and critical thinking are showing signs of erosion. The global brain is optimizing—while individual minds risk outsourcing core capabilities."

This statement encapsulates the paradox explored in the article: AI is making us more efficient, but also potentially making us less engaged in deep thinking. It highlights the delicate balance between leveraging AI for efficiency and ensuring it doesn’t diminish cognitive abilities like memory, creativity, and critical thinking.