Chatbots are being used for companionship and advice by some younger users. Regulators and advocates are examining youth safety, parental control and whether AI can responsibly handle vulnerable conversations.
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Should companion-style AI chatbots be restricted to adults?
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Yes, adults only ↔ No, add better safeguards
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Chatbots are being used for companionship and advice by some younger users. Regulators and advocates are examining youth safety, parental control and whether AI can responsibly handle vulnerable conversations.