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The dangers of AI companions: Experts issue unprecedented warning for teens as most parents are in the dark about their habits


Published on 2025-04-30 06:06:30 - Fortune
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  • Common Sense Media urged that no one under 18 be allowed to use companion AI technology.

The article from Fortune discusses the growing concerns among experts about the impact of AI companions on teenagers. As AI technology advances, these digital entities are becoming more sophisticated and lifelike, leading to worries about their potential to negatively affect the mental health and social development of young users. Experts warn that over-reliance on AI companions could lead to increased isolation, diminished real-world social skills, and unrealistic expectations in human relationships. They emphasize the need for more research and guidelines to ensure that AI companions are used in a way that supports, rather than hinders, healthy adolescent development.

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[ https://fortune.com/well/2025/04/30/ai-companions-dangers-experts-issue-warning-for-teens/ ]