Cognitive Atrophy Tops Perceived AI Risks

Top Perceived Risks to Human Capabilities

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Source: The Cognition Index Study, WSJ Intelligence and Philip Morris International, April 2026. Base: Total respondents n=2,507; Q. From a societal perspective, what is your single biggest concern about the future of human capabilities in an AI-enhanced world?