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AI Burnout: The Neuroscience Behind the 'One More Prompt' Loop
Developers using AI coding assistants report a distinct form of burnout driven by rapid feedback loops. Research shows that unpredictable, instant rewards trigger dopamine and adrenaline, making it hard to stop. Surveys from 2026 indicate senior engineers are working longer hours despite AI's promise of time savings.
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The article rightly identifies a real phenomenon, but the neurobiological framing risks oversimplifying complex workplace dynamics—burnout is rarely just about dopamine.
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