https://www.corley.thrive.ac%2Fnews%2Dand%2Dinformation%2Fon%2Dline%2Dsafety%2Dupdates Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:34:02 GMT Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:34:02 GMT https://www.corley.thrive.ac/news-and-information/on-line-safety-updates/ai-companions-what-parents-need-to-know AI companions are becoming increasingly popular with young people, offering round-the-clock conversations with virtual characters designed to feel like genuine friends. Platforms such as Character.ai, Replika and Snapchat My AI can provide entertainment and creative opportunities, but their human-like interactions also raise concerns. This guide explores potential risks including emotional dependency, inappropriate content, oversharing personal information and harmful mental health advice. 

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