AI Companions: A Refuge for the Soul or a Novel Form of Psychological Dependency?
2025-05-07 / Read about 0 minute
Author:小编   

Artificial Intelligence (AI) companions are revolutionizing how humans engage emotionally, with more than 500 million users worldwide already embracing large language model (LLM)-based applications like "Xiaoice" and "Replika." These virtual entities provide emotional solace and mimic close relationships. However, their swift evolution has ignited widespread debates concerning their implications on mental health and the absence of regulatory scrutiny.