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Gen Z Turns to AI, Risks Emotional Disconnect

3/8/2026

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  • Gen Z youths increasingly rely on artificial intelligence to navigate social interactions.
  • Patrick, a Yale University student, used ChatGPT to craft a rejection message.
  • Experts warn this trend may hinder emotional growth and social skills.
  • The pattern risks an expectation mismatch in relationships and isolation.
  • Dr. Michelle DiBlasi notes this behavior may erode confidence in authentic communication, especially after the pandemic's impact on socialization.