Teens say they are turning to AI for advice, friendship and ‘to get out of thinking’
UNITED STATES, JUL 23 – A Common Sense Media study shows over 70% of U.S. teens have used AI companions for advice, emotional support, and companionship amid concerns about mental health impacts.
- Teens say they are increasingly interacting with AI as if it were a companion, seeking advice, emotional support and help with everyday decision-making and problem-solving.
- More than 70% of teens have used AI companions, and half use them regularly, as per a study by Common Sense Media.
- The study found AI companions can produce sexual material, give dangerous advice and offer harmful content, while 31% of teens said conversations with AI were 'as satisfying or more satisfying' than talking with real friends.
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Teens say they are turning to AI for advice, friendship
Teenagers are increasingly turning to AI for advice, emotional support and decision-making, according to a new study. Common Sense Media found that over 70% of teens have used AI companions, with many finding the interactions as satisfying as talking to…
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No question is too small when Kayla Chege, a high school student in Kansas, uses artificial intelligence. The 15-year-old asks ChatGPT about back-to-school shopping, makeup colors, low-calorie options at Smoothie King, and ideas for her sweet 16 party and her younger sister's birthday party.
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By JOCELYN GECKER Updated 9:07 AM CDT, July 23, 2025 No question is too small when Kayla Chege, a high school student in Kansas, is using artificial intelligence. The 15-year-old asks ChatGPT for guidance on back-to-school shopping, makeup colors, low-calorie choices at Smoothie King, plus ideas for her Sweet 16 and her younger sister’s birthday party. The sophomore honors student makes a point not to have chatbots do her homework and tries to…
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