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AI is quietly becoming an unofficial and potentially unwanted 'third' in relationships
AI chatbots are being used for emotional support in relationships, potentially weakening human communication and empathy. A Texas writer reported feeling like she was in a relationship with her boyfriend and an AI robot after discovering his ChatGPT conversations. Surveys indicate 1 in 5 young adults use AI for relationship advice, raising concerns about over-reliance on AI for emotional validation.
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