Rise of AI Girlfriends Enables Loneliness in Young Men, Threatens Real Relationships

There has been a rise in AI virtual girlfriends in the US, with apps like Replika growing in popularity.

Experts say these AI girlfriends enable loneliness in young men by providing "perfect" online relationships.

Men are choosing chatbots over real relationships, leading to more single men in the US.

AI girlfriends can meet all emotional needs, but don't have the ups and downs of real relationships.

The prevalence of AI girlfriends has increased dramatically, blending emotional and physical connections.