Issue 2026-W42

Covers：2026-10-12 – 2026-10-18

Collected weekly from a hand-picked list of academic sources, and only studies with real human participants. Original titles and official links are always kept. Chinese summaries are machine-generated and exist only to help you decide what to open.

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npj Digital Medicine · Research · Global2026-10-17

AI-supported first consultation preparation in oncology: a real-world clinical usability study

Source summarynpj Digital Medicine, Published online: 17 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s41746-026-03396-6 AI-supported first consultation preparation in oncology: a real-world clinical usability study

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npj Digital Medicine · Research · Global2026-10-17

Large language models for depression assessment from brief daily diaries

Source summarynpj Digital Medicine, Published online: 17 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s41746-026-03388-6 Large language models for depression assessment from brief daily diaries

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Computers in Human Behavior Reports · Research · Global2026-10-17

Self-disclosure context and parasocial relationship in LLM-based chatbot interaction: The role of mind perception

Source summaryPublication date: Available online 17 October 2026 Source: Computers in Human Behavior Reports Author(s): Xi Wang, Yujia Zhou, Guangyu Zhou

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Information, Communication & Society · Research · Global2026-10-16

Navigating GenAI in the workplace: skills transformation & tension

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International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction · Research · Global2026-10-16

Measuring Successful Cooperation in Human-AI Teamwork: Development and Validation of the Perceived Cooperativity and Teaming Perception Scales

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Behaviour & Information Technology · Research · Global2026-10-16

Social robots in the real world: an analysis of social robot use based on consumer reviews

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Nature Reviews Psychology · Research · Global2026-10-16

People perceive AI as White

Source summaryNature Reviews Psychology, Published online: 16 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s44159-026-00634-2 People perceive AI as White

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New Media & Society · Research · Global2026-10-15

Stress and self-efficacy under artificial intelligence disruption: A mixed-methods study on the usage of artificial intelligence among Finnish workers

Source summaryNew Media & Society, Ahead of Print. Rapid workplace integration of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping work practices and challenging employees’ self-efficacy and well-being. This mixed-methods study examines these experiences using national survey data (N= 2109) and qualitative ...

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International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction · Research · Global2026-10-15

The Blurring of Reality in the Age of AI: Development of the AI-Induced Reality Perception Confusion Scale and Its Association with Generative AI Literacy and AI Anxiety

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Human-Computer Interaction · Research · Global2026-10-15

The Reflection Penalty: when managers accept leadership coaching from a human but not an AI agent

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International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction · Research · Global2026-10-15

Algorithm or Assembly? An Experimental Study of Recommendations by AI Versus Deliberative Mini-Publics in Democratic Decision-Making

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International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction · Research · Global2026-10-15

Is Influencer Identity a Key Cue? The Sequential Process of Message Acceptance in Issue-Based Communication on Social Media

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International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction · Research · Global2026-10-15

Anticipated Acceptance of AI-Proactive Smart Sofas: A Value–Reactance Dual-Pathway Model

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International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction · Research · Global2026-10-14

From Representation to Relational Mentorship: User Perceptions of Virtual Heritage Mentors in AI-Mediated Intangible Cultural Heritage Learning

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Behaviour & Information Technology · Research · Global2026-10-14

The power of framing AI: preliminary evidence on hybrid intelligence and future work perceptions

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Nature Human Behaviour · Research · Global2026-10-14

Petition style changes with AI writing support but outcomes do not improve

Source summaryNature Human Behaviour, Published online: 14 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s41562-026-02579-1 In 2023, Change.org introduced an artificial intelligence (AI)-supported petition-drafting tool to their platform. With access to this tool, users’ petitions changed substantially, and their texts became more similar to one another. At the same time, overall petition outcomes did not improve, which shows the…

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International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction · Research · Global2026-10-13

Using AI, Doubting AI: Developer Mental Models and Trust in AI-Assisted Software Work

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International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction · Research · Global2026-10-13

Assessing AI-Supported Problem-Solving in Young Adults Reporting Previous Learning-Disorder Diagnoses: Adaptation and Validation of the PS-AIRES and Preliminary Evaluation of a Claude-Based Training Program

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International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction · Research · Global2026-10-12

How AI Transparency Affect Manufacturing Employee Decision Quality: A Stress Cognitive Appraisal Perspective

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International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction · Research · Global2026-10-12

Logic or Emotion? The Impact of Persuasion Strategies on Human-AI Trust

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International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction · Research · Global2026-10-12

Effects of Transparent Robot Intentions on Human Trust and Compliance in Decision-Making: The Role of Benevolent and Ulterior Intentions of Robots

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