New study revealed a third of American teenagers prefer AI companions over real friends, using them for emotional support and social interactions amid rising youth loneliness.

These tips from experts can help your teenager navigate AI companions Teenagers are turning to AI for advice, guidance and conversation.

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Listen and understand what appeals to your teen before being dismissive or saying you’re worried about it. – Help teens recognize that AI companions are programmed to be agreeable and validating.

These Tips From Experts Can Help Your Teenager Navigate AI Companions As artificial intelligence technology becomes part of daily life, adolescents are turning to chatbots for advice, guidance and ...

As xAI rolls out controversial AI companions, a report by Common Sense Media states that 72% of U.S. teens have already experimented with this synthetic form of virtual friend and/or romantic partner.

More than half of teens surveyed said they use AI companions regularly — and more than 10% use them daily.