AI companions can give constant support — but distort ideas about what a relationship really is

By: Oluwaseun Damilola Sanwoolu

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: April 25, 2026

Words: 957

Last Updated: 3 months ago

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When the movie “Her” debuted in 2013, its plot felt like science fiction. The protagonist, Theodore, is a jaded man with no vigor for life. He comes alive after talking daily with his artificial intelligence chatbot, Samantha, with whom he eventually falls in love.

But today people actually report being in relationships with AI companions. According to a 2025 survey by the Center for Democracy and Technology, about 1 in 5 …

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