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'I love my AI girlfriend': a content analysis of youth social AI risk in online communities

Bischops, A. C.; Berkane, T.; Martoma, D.; Majumder, M.

2026-10-01 pediatrics
10.64898/2026.09.25.26363809 medRxiv
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Youth are increasingly engaging with generative AI beyond its use as a productivity tool, with a growing share turning to AI for social interaction and emotional support. This leads to unknown risks for their well-being and development. Online community discussions reveal that youth already perceive risks that caregivers have not recognized.

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