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Teens Turn to AI for Support, Risk Social Isolation

8/13/2025

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Summary

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Over 70% of teens seek advice and emotional support from AI companions.
Platforms like Character.AI and Replika offer personalized interactions that some find more fulfilling than human connections.
Heavy reliance on AI may contribute to social isolation and impede the development of social skills.
Experts advise using AI to enhance, not substitute, real-life interactions for better mental health.

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Story summary

Over 70% of teens seek advice and emotional support from AI companions.
Platforms like Character.AI and Replika offer personalized interactions that some find more fulfilling than human connections.
Heavy reliance on AI may contribute to social isolation and impede the development of social skills.
Experts advise using AI to enhance, not substitute, real-life interactions for better mental health.