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AI Friendliness Sparks Connection but Risks Emotional Tragedy

12/21/2025

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In December 2025, a writer spent a week using generative AI and observed chatbot personalities.
ChatGPT was nicknamed 'Spark' by the writer's daughters for its friendliness.
The writer noted the AI's helpfulness.
The writer warned of risks, including cases where a woman fell in love with ChatGPT and others who lost touch with reality, leading to tragic outcomes.

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Story summary

In December 2025, a writer spent a week using generative AI and observed chatbot personalities.
ChatGPT was nicknamed 'Spark' by the writer's daughters for its friendliness.
The writer noted the AI's helpfulness.
The writer warned of risks, including cases where a woman fell in love with ChatGPT and others who lost touch with reality, leading to tragic outcomes.