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"AI chatbots are being increasingly used to make decisions, but experts warn they are also becoming a go-to for companionship and emotional support. Almost half of adults in the UK report feeling lonely, with one in ten people experiencing chronic loneliness - feeling lonely often or always. Given the high number of people battling loneliness, it's not surprising that people are seeking alternative sources for companionship and emotional support,"
The Independent covers reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, investigates financial ties of high-profile political donors, and produced the documentary 'The A Word' highlighting American women fighting for reproductive rights. The Independent relies on donations to fund on-the-ground reporting and keeps its journalism freely accessible by avoiding paywalls. AI chatbots are increasingly used for companionship and emotional support. Almost half of UK adults report feeling lonely and one in ten experience chronic loneliness. Experts warn that widespread use of chatbots may lead to generations forming emotional bonds with entities that lack human-like empathy, prompting calls for research into risks and benefits of human-chatbot interactions.
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