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The Atrophy Paradox
Aviation research found that overreliance on automation weakens pilots' manual skills, prompting calls to keep practicing them. A similar pattern is emerging with AI. While it boosts productivity, it can erode writing and domain expertise, the same skills needed to use it well. Studies show reduced cognitive engagement and weaker thinking with heavy AI use. As more people offload work, output starts to converge, creating sameness. The key distinction is between routine tasks, which can be automated, and judgment, which must be actively practiced to avoid skill atrophy.
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