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I thought AI exes sounded creepy — then a therapist explained why heartbreak makes them so appealing
- Latest reports show people grieving breakups creating AI replicas of their ex-partners to talk with.
- Experts warn about consent, privacy, and emotional harm from digital exes.
- Therapists fear AI could keep people stuck in grief by reducing real human support.
- Some users report AI helper provides rational reflection after breakups.
- Clinicians compare digital exes to the empty-chair technique used in therapy.
- The article cites a South China Morning Post report as the origin of the trend.
- TechRadar notes the growing availability of customizable AI companions beyond a single platform.
- The piece frames heartbreak as a form of bereavement with unique challenges.
- Therapist Amy Sutton cautions AI cannot replace real human support in recovery.
- TechRadar highlights potential misinformation risks tied to AI in personal relationships.
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