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AI chatbots could help with loneliness, but a Yale professor says there's a catch

AI chatbots could be a lifeline for lonely older adults but may erode the social skills built through human interaction, a Yale professor said.

AI chatbots could help with loneliness, but a Yale professor says there's a catch

TL;DR

  • AI chatbots may serve as a valuable resource for older adults experiencing loneliness.
  • There is a potential risk that AI chatbots could erode social skills developed through human interaction.
  • A Yale professor highlighted this dual impact of AI chatbots on the elderly population.