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Teens and AI: Emotional Support or Risk? | Charleston News
Teenagers are diving headfirst into AI — with 80% using it, many for school, but a shocking 30% turning to it for emotional support and even companionship. Middle schoolers and urban teens are especially likely to use AI when feeling lonely or stressed, and researchers are spotting a troubling link: higher rates of anxiety, depression, and loneliness among those who rely on AI for personal advice. While AI isn’t proven to cause these issues, experts warn it shouldn’t replace real human connection — especially during critical developmental years. With chatbots often overly agreeable and prone…
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