R0043/2026-04-01/Q001/S01/R01¶
NN/g article defining sycophancy in generative AI chatbots from a UX perspective
Summary¶
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Title | Sycophancy in Generative-AI Chatbots |
| URL | https://www.nngroup.com/articles/sycophancy-generative-ai-chatbots/ |
| Date accessed | 2026-04-01 |
| Publication date | 2025 |
| Author(s) | Nielsen Norman Group |
| Publication | NN/g (Nielsen Norman Group) |
Selection Decision¶
Included in evidence base: Yes
Rationale: Authoritative UX research organization providing definition and behavioral categories of sycophancy from a design perspective. Bridges AI safety terminology with UX/product design vocabulary.