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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jocelyn Gecker

These tips from experts can help your teenager navigate AI companions

Artificial Intelligence Teens - (Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

As artificial intelligence technology becomes part of daily life, adolescents are turning to chatbots for advice, guidance and conversation. The appeal is clear: Chatbots are patient, never judgmental, supportive and always available.

That worries experts who say the booming AI industry is largely unregulated and that many parents have no idea about how their kids are using AI tools or the extent of personal information they are sharing with chatbots.

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