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The Secret Life of Screens: AI, Emotion, and the Teen Brain [With Dr Jacqueline Nesi]
Teens are forming emotional bonds — not just online, but with AI companions. In this episode, Dr Justin Coulson talks with Brown University psychologist Dr Jacqueline Nesi, author of Techno Sapiens, about the fast-growing world of AI “friendships” and what they mean for kids’ mental health. They also unpack Jackie’s latest research revealing how often teens check their phones — and how it’s shaping their moods.
It’s a must-listen for parents navigating the blurred lines between connection, distraction, and dependence in the digital age.
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