The Tech Download: Teen social media bans miss a key part of the puzzle: AI chatbots

In recent years, teens have turned to AI chatbots for companionship, revealing a new challenge as bans on traditional social media platforms don't address this growing dependency. Unlike the past focus on social media, these AI interactions offer a more personalized and persistent form of engagement, potentially leading to similar issues of addiction and mental health concerns. This shift underscores the need for new strategies to manage digital well-being among young people, highlighting how the digital landscape continues to evolve beyond conventional platforms.