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Ever feel like it's easier to talk to your phone than your parents?

You're not alone. And it's not your fault.

Science shows that as we grow up, we naturally start keeping things to ourselves. We're figuring out who we are, and it can be hard to talk about the messy parts. So, millions of us are turning to AI chatbots to vent.

It makes sense. AI is always there, it doesn't judge, and it doesn't get mad.

But is your AI friend the whole story? What are the risks, and how can you get the support you actually need from the real people in your life?

We've broken down the research to help make people great by understanding your brain, your conversations, and your world.