How AI companions affect emotional well-being
This study looks at how using an AI companion, a computer program designed to be a friend or source of support, affects people's feelings and mental health. Participants will try an AI companion and answer questions about their mood.
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Who can take part
- You live in the United States.
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have a smartphone.
- You have never used an AI companion before (like an AI friend or emotional support bot), though using ChatGPT for work or information is okay.
- You are not currently experiencing thoughts of suicide or severe depression.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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