# Author Katherine Rundell: AI harms young minds and happiness

Katherine Rundell, a prominent author, voices strong concerns about AI's negative impact on young people, based on her observations in classrooms. She argues that AI is damaging children's intellectual development and emotional well-being, sparking a cultural debate.

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- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/books/ng-interactive/2026/aug/08/i-hate-what-ai-is-doing-to-the-minds-and-happiness-of-the-young-katherine-rundell-on-the-view-from-the-classroom) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 08:00:41 GMT