"AI Chatbots are now a part of everyday life. ChatGPT surpassed 800 million weekly active users in late 2025. Some people are forming relationships with these chatbots, using them for companionship, mental health support, and even as therapists. Has a chatbot helped you get through a difficult period in life? If so, we'd like to hear about it. Share your experience You can tell us how an AI chatbot has helped you get through a difficult period in life using this form."
"Your responses, which can be anonymous, are secure as the form is encrypted and only the Guardian has access to your contributions. We will only use the data you provide us for the purpose of the feature and we will delete any personal data when we no longer require it for this purpose. For alternative ways to get in touch securely please see our tips guide. If you're having trouble using the form click here. Read terms of service here and privacy policy here."
AI chatbots are integrated into everyday life, with ChatGPT reaching 800 million weekly active users in late 2025. People sometimes form relationships with chatbots for companionship, mental health support, and therapeutic interaction. The form asks whether a chatbot helped someone through a difficult period and invites people to share that experience. Responses can be submitted anonymously and are encrypted, with access limited to the Guardian. Data will be used only for the stated feature and personal data will be deleted when no longer required. Alternative secure contact methods, help for form issues, terms of service, and privacy policy links are provided.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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