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It is tempting to treat AI chatbots like friends.
It is tempting to treat AI chatbots like friends. They listen, they answer, they are always there. But they are not real friends.
Real friends know your real life, remember important things, and are there even when you are not asking for help.
The big idea: AI is a useful tool. Friends — real ones, with real feelings — are different and important.
Try this with a low-stakes example and a trusted adult nearby. The goal is to notice how AI talks about parasocial, not to let it make the decision for you.
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What is the main idea of "AI Is Not Your Friend"?
Which concept is most central to "AI Is Not Your Friend"?
Which use of AI fits this topic best?
Which limitation should you watch for in this topic?
What should a careful learner remember about "Why AI feels friend-like"?
You want to use AI after this lesson. What is the safest next step?
How should AI output about parasocial be treated?
Name one way to verify an AI answer about parasocial.
Which action would help you apply "AI Is Not Your Friend" responsibly?
Which choice is a bad use of AI for this lesson?