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AI Chatbots Are Not a Replacement for Real Grown-Ups
If you feel sad or scared, talk to a real person — not just a chatbot.
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- 1The big idea
- 2mental health
- 3grown-ups
- 4real connection
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Section 1
The big idea
Some kids tell AI chatbots about their problems. AI can be a nice listener, but it's not a person and can't really hug you, call for help, or know you. Real grown-ups can.
Some examples
- Tell a parent, teacher, or counselor for big worries.
- AI doesn't really 'feel' for you — it predicts words.
- If AI's advice ever makes you feel worse, stop and find a person.
- Use AI for fun stuff; use people for big feelings.
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Name 3 grown-ups you can talk to about feelings. Write them down somewhere safe.
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