R0043/2026-03-28/Q001/S01/R01¶
NN/g article defining sycophancy in generative AI chatbots with behavioral taxonomy
Summary¶
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Title | Sycophancy in Generative-AI Chatbots |
| URL | https://www.nngroup.com/articles/sycophancy-generative-ai-chatbots/ |
| Date accessed | 2026-03-28 |
| Publication date | 2025 |
| Author(s) | Nielsen Norman Group |
| Publication | NN/g (Nielsen Norman Group) |
Selection Decision¶
Included in evidence base: Yes
Rationale: Provides comprehensive definition and behavioral taxonomy of sycophancy from a UX research organization, bridging AI safety and design disciplines.