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Nearly 2 in 3 teens use AI chatbots for homework and emotional support

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New research indicates that approximately two-thirds of teenagers and tweens are utilizing AI chatbots. These young users primarily employ chatbots for academic assistance, such as homework help, and for emotional support when feeling stressed, lonely, or anxious. The study suggests a correlation between how these chatbots are used and the mental well-being of the adolescents. AI

IMPACT Highlights the significant adoption of AI chatbots by young people for both educational and emotional support, indicating a growing reliance on AI for personal development.

RANK_REASON Article discusses research findings on AI chatbot usage among minors, framed as commentary on the implications.

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Nearly 2 in 3 teens use AI chatbots for homework and emotional support

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Nearly 2 out of 3 teens and tweens use AI chatbots, new research shows https://www. npr.org/2026/10/30/nx-s1-60222 78/ai-artificial-intelligence-teens-jed-commo

    Nearly 2 out of 3 teens and tweens use AI chatbots, new research shows https://www. npr.org/2026/10/30/nx-s1-60222 78/ai-artificial-intelligence-teens-jed-common-sense-media Most kids say they use chatbots for help with homework and when they're stressed, lonely, or anxious. And …

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