CHATGPT: YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND?
In this age of instant messaging and social media, have you ever wondered if you could actually make friends with a robot? Well, new research shows that as loneliness becomes a widespread issue, the rise of chatbot ChatGPT could actually help us feel less alone.
Found in our latest study, the more people use AI, the more their feeling of social support from the bot grows. In fact, some users even reported feeling more supported by AI than they do by close friends and family. It seems surprising, but important in a world where one in three Australians is experiencing feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Yet, while technology is great at keeping us connected, it should never replace human connections. For, as the study points out, real human friendships are the most effective tool against loneliness. AI may be great for filling some gaps, but don’t expect it to replace real friends and connections.
So, the question remains: can we be friends with robots, and is it healthy? This new research suggests that it’s not the answer to all our problems – but when it comes to bridging the gap, technology might be better than nothing.
Have you talked to ChatGPT? Do you think you can really make friends with a robot? We want to know – let us know your thoughts in the comments!
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