AI Companions Pose Risks No One Saw Coming

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cited authors

  • Kovach, Lisa Pescara

description

  • <p><span style="font-size:12pt;">Issues covered:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size:12pt;">Humans have a biological and psychological need to feel a connection and sense of belonging.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12pt;">AI companions are often sought out by those who feel disconnected from meaningful relationships.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12pt;">When users open up about mental health struggles to an AI companion, the results can be tragic.</span></li> </ul>

publication date

  • January 1, 2026

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