Beyond Academic Support, Artificial Intelligence as a Coping Resource Among University Students–A Cross-Sectional Analysis of Psychological Distress, AI Attachment, and AI Dependency
Year: 2026
Type: study-registration
Abstract: This registration documents a cross-sectional study examining the associations between psychological distress, AI attachment, and AI dependency among university students. The study included 497 students who completed an online survey assessing psychological distress, AI attachment, AI dependency, and patterns of AI use. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation analysis, and multivariate general linear modelling. The registration provides a transparent record of the study design, measures, data collection procedures, and analytical approach.
Source: Open Science Framework
Author: Ahmad Miqdadi
Language: English
Topic: Student Stress and Coping
Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7212453085