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What happens to human thought, emotion, trust and decision-making when artificial intelligence becomes part of everyday life? Artificial Intelligence is no longer confined to laboratories, computers or futuristic imagination. It recommends what we watch, influences what we buy, supports medical decisions, transforms education and increasingly participates in our social and professional lives. But beyond its technological capabilities lies a deeper question: How is AI changing the way human beings think, feel, behave and interact with the world? The Symbiotic Mind: Human Behaviour in the Age of Artificial Intelligence explores the fascinating intersection of psychology and artificial intelligence, bringing together insights from cognitive science, behavioural psychology, machine learning and human–computer interaction. Across ten chapters, this book examines how intelligent systems work, why humans perceive machines as social partners, how trust and cognitive biases influence interactions with AI, and how emotion and personality are represented in intelligent systems. It further explores the growing applications of AI in mental health, education and workplaces, alongside critical questions of ethics, fairness, privacy and responsible innovation. Written in an accessible and interdisciplinary style, the book connects theoretical foundations with practical applications through case studies, learning objectives, summary tables and review exercises. Whether you are a student of psychology, computer science, artificial intelligence or data science, an educator, a researcher or simply curious about the future of human–machine relationships, this book offers a valuable perspective on an increasingly intelligent world. The central message is simple: understanding intelligent machines requires us to understand the human mind. Discover the future of intelligence—not just in machines, but in the relationship between humans and technology.