Why AI Can Feel Easier to Open Up to Than Real People

Artificial intelligence may feel like a better listener–but experts say that ease could come at a cost.
Why AI Can Feel Easier to Open Up to Than Real People
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18-year-old Liz Johnsson, talks to ChatGPT everyday. 

“AI is like a friend,” Johnsson told The Epoch Times. An effortless one.

Fjolla Arifi
Fjolla Arifi
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Fjolla Arifi is a New York-based reporter covering mental health, culture, and social issues. She has written as a life fellow for the HuffPost and health fellow for BuzzFeed News. Recently, her work has appeared in National Geographic, GoodRx, NOCD, and PopSugar. Arifi is passionate about translating complex medical topics into clear, useful information for readers.