The AI-hooked younger generation is sourcing chatbot help even for in-person talks
Gen Z is increasingly leaning on AI chatbots to navigate dating, texting, and even face-to-face conversations, a trend experts warn could erode self-trust over time.
Experts warn Gen Z's increasing reliance on AI chatbots to navigate dating and face-to-face conversations could erode self-trust over time.
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- JournalismDigital Trends2026-07-27
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