Millions of young people use AI chatbots when they feel upset, nervous or stressed, a new study says. Here’s what to know ...

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Researchers from the University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies have published research examining graduate students' ...

Nearly 1 in 5 adolescents and young adults are turning to AI chatbots for advice when they’re sad, angry, nervous or stressed ...

As more people turn to AI chatbots for emotional support and mental health advice, concerns are growing about the potential ...

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Almost one-fifth of US youth reported AI chatbot use, with use more common for females than males, and those aged 18 to 21 versus 12 to 14 years.

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A version of this essay first appeared on the website of the U.S. PIRG Education Fund. With the rise of ChatGPT and social media companies like Snapchat and Instagram integrating AI chatbots into ...

Nationally weighted 2025 survey estimated 19.2% of US youth (≈8.2 million) have sought mental health advice from AI chatbots, up from 13.1% in 2024. Use intensity was meaningful: 42.8% engaged at ...