1 in 5 High Schoolers Report AI Romantic Relationships as Schools Face Rising Data Breaches and Student Disconnection
Summary
A shocking new national survey reveals nearly 20% of high schoolers report romantic relationships with AI while schools struggle with surging data breaches, deepfake harassment, and students becoming increasingly disconnected from teachers as AI usage skyrockets.
Key Points
- Nearly 1 in 5 high schoolers report having or knowing someone who has had a romantic relationship with AI, while 42% use AI for companionship according to a new national survey
- Schools with higher AI usage experience more data breaches, AI-generated deepfakes used for harassment, and system failures that damage community trust in educational institutions
- Students in AI-heavy schools report feeling less connected to teachers and face inadequate training on AI limitations, with only 11% of teachers receiving guidance on addressing harmful AI usage