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Gen Z Turns to AI Chatbots Amid Loneliness Crisis

Young people are using AI chatbots as surrogate friends due to socialization struggles.
WHO: Gen Z
WHAT: Using AI chatbots as surrogate friends
WHEN: Jan 30, 2026 at 9:39 PM ET
WHERE: Global
WHY: To cope with loneliness and socialization challenges
Sources (1): BBC News

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