Reflections of ChatGPT on Gender Discourse: A Qualitative Analysis of Generated Stories

Abstract

This study aims to analyze how ChatGPT addresses gender discourse within the family context. The primary research question guiding this analysis is: "How are gender discourses reflected in ChatGPT?" To investigate this question, 10 stories that illustrate family relationships were generated by ChatGPT, each limited to 150 words and written in English. The collected data were examined using Van Dijk's critical discourse analysis method, allowing for a detailed analysis of each story individually before identifying common themes. Artificial intelligence and algorithms are crucial for this research, underscoring the impact of such advancements on social dynamics. The perspective and attitude of these scientific developments towards social issues are particularly noteworthy, especially regarding how artificial intelligence addresses gender discourses in both traditional and digital media. ChatGPT's rapid development in this area is of particular importance. This article provides an overview of Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, Gender, and Language, with a focus on ChatGPT's reflections on gender discourse. The findings indicate that gender-based power relations are prominent in the narratives generated by ChatGPT. This can especially be observed in the distribution of household tasks and in narratives that emphasize who holds control over the space