Intentional Personality Constructs of the Dead (IPCD): Perceived Benefits and Creepiness of AI Communication with the Deceased
Event Type
Research Presentation
Academic Department
Psychology
Location
Dana Science Building, 2nd floor
Start Date
24-4-2026 1:00 PM
End Date
24-4-2026 2:30 PM
Description
Recent technological advancements are discovering new ways for people to use AI to communicate with deceased loved ones. Many companies have created the stepping stones for this new AI industry to emerge. Discourse has emerged about the potential for either helping or harming those who are grieving but no current studies have examined the direct opinion of the general public and their acceptance of this specific AI technology. This study aims to explore this new concept and bridge the gap in current research by examining self-reported characteristics that make people interested in or averse to the use of IPCDs for those who are grieving.
Intentional Personality Constructs of the Dead (IPCD): Perceived Benefits and Creepiness of AI Communication with the Deceased
Dana Science Building, 2nd floor
Recent technological advancements are discovering new ways for people to use AI to communicate with deceased loved ones. Many companies have created the stepping stones for this new AI industry to emerge. Discourse has emerged about the potential for either helping or harming those who are grieving but no current studies have examined the direct opinion of the general public and their acceptance of this specific AI technology. This study aims to explore this new concept and bridge the gap in current research by examining self-reported characteristics that make people interested in or averse to the use of IPCDs for those who are grieving.
Comments
Under the direction of Dr. Richard Michalski.