"The pope's message comes as young people are increasingly turning to AI for writing, problem solving, and even relationship building-raising new questions about what technology can enhance, and what capabilities might quickly erode. Recent research from the College Board found that 84% of high school students are using generative AI tools for schoolwork, but 50% of students are on the fence about whether the benefits of the technology are greater than the risks."
"AI lacks a level of "right and wrong" judgement, according to the pope, and he urged young people to think deeply on how AI can support personal development-not replace effort or reflection. "Safety is not only about rules, it's about education and it's about personal responsibility," Pope Leo added. "Filters and guidelines can help you, but they cannot make choices for you. Only you can do that.""
AI is becoming a defining feature of contemporary life and warrants cautious engagement. AI can process information quickly but cannot replace human intelligence or offer real wisdom, since it lacks a moral "right and wrong" judgement and misses important human elements. Young people increasingly use generative AI for writing, problem solving, and relationships, with 84% of high school students using such tools while about half remain unsure whether benefits outweigh risks. Safety requires education and personal responsibility; filters and guidelines can assist but cannot make choices. Responsible use should promote personal growth and avoid replacing effort, reflection, and judgement.
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