With Friends Like These….

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Title: With Friends Like These….
Authors: Enis, Matt
Source: School Library Journal. Jan2026, Vol. 72 Issue 1, p14-17. 4p. 1 Color Photograph.
Subject Terms: *Artificial intelligence, *Youth, *Young adults, Chatbots
Company/Entity: Common Sense Media Inc.
Abstract: The article discusses a growing number of young people that are using artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots as companions or therapists. Topics include percentage of teens that have used AI as companions at least once according to a report published in July 2025 by Common Sense Media, examples of large language model (LLM) generative AIs, and one of the best ways to empower students to use AI ethically and safely according to Christopher Harris of Genesee Valley BOCES.
Database: Education Research Complete
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Abstract:The article discusses a growing number of young people that are using artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots as companions or therapists. Topics include percentage of teens that have used AI as companions at least once according to a report published in July 2025 by Common Sense Media, examples of large language model (LLM) generative AIs, and one of the best ways to empower students to use AI ethically and safely according to Christopher Harris of Genesee Valley BOCES.
ISSN:03628930