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A profound relational revolution is underway, not orchestrated by tech developers but driven by users themselves. Many of the 400 million weekly users of ChatGPT are seeking more than just assistance with emails or information on food safety; they are looking for emotional support.

“Therapy and companionship” have emerged as two of the most frequent applications for generative AI globally, according to the Harvard Business Review. This trend marks a significant, unplanned pivot in how people interact with technology.

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[–] FreeWilliam@lemmy.ml 1 points 6 hours ago* (last edited 6 hours ago) (4 children)

I'm totally against what companies are calling "AI", but I understand that many men still have a negative feel on therapy inherited from society, their family, their friends, and the people around them. Now add that with the fact that therapy sessions cost a kidney, I don't blame them. Even mental health has to be monetized in capitalism, and the capitalists (more specifically liberals) are still wondering why suicide rate is so high, I wonder 🤔

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[–] chunes@lemmy.world 13 points 14 hours ago (1 children)

And it's awesome. Men aren't allowed by others to show weakness. AI therapy genuinely helps a lot.

[–] prof@infosec.pub 14 points 13 hours ago* (last edited 13 hours ago)

Or it gets them into a negative feedback loop since AI hardly ever tries to contradict you.

But yeah. At least they're opening up to someone/something.

[–] vane@lemmy.world 22 points 15 hours ago* (last edited 15 hours ago) (5 children)

Maybe because it's cheaper, easier and you're not judged by other person.

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[–] Blackmist@feddit.uk 12 points 15 hours ago (5 children)

This thing has been trained on social media. Is that really wise?

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