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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jocelyn Gecker

‘Everyone is using AI’: The growing impact AI is having on teens’ lives

Bruce Perry, 17, demonstrates using artificial intelligence software on his laptop during a break from summer camp - (Associated Press/Katie Adkins)

Artificial intelligence chatbots are increasingly becoming digital companions for teenagers, offering advice on everything from fashion to party planning, a new study suggests.

This trend is exemplified by Kayla Chege, a 15-year-old high school student in Kansas, who consults ChatGPT for guidance on back-to-school shopping, makeup colours, low-calorie choices at Smoothie King, and ideas for her Sweet 16 and her younger sister’s birthday party.

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