Rose Guingrich

Rose Guingrich, a psychology researcher at Princeton University, joins the discussion about the growing phenomenon of AI chatbot companions. She highlights how these chatbots, while providing emotional support and combating loneliness, can also foster dangerous dependencies, especially among youth. Insights into the emotional connections users form with these digital friends reveal a complex interaction—can they truly replace human companionship? The conversation also emphasizes the necessity for regulations to ensure safe and responsible use of these technologies.