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Help! My Child is Dating a Flirty AI Chatbot!
Your child could be having deeply personal, romantic conversations tonight and not with another teenager.
A new wave of AI companion apps is attracting young people by offering constant attention, endless validation and conversations that never end. They remember everything, say exactly what users want to hear and create the illusion of a real relationship.
In this episode, Justin and Kylie explain why these chatbots are so appealing, why traditional parental controls don't stop them, and how to start the conversation without shame, panic or punishment. If your child has access to a…
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