Relationships in the age of AI: A review on the opportunities and risks of synthetic relationships to reduce loneliness
Loneliness is a pressing global health issue, yet traditional interventions often fall short due to scalability limitations and the individualized experiences of loneliness. The rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has enabled synthetic relationships (SRs)—ongoing associations with AI companions designed to simulate human-like social bonds. SRs offer, among other aspects, constant availability, adaptability, and emotional responsiveness, which potentially address loneliness. However,
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Published: 25 June 2026
Source: OpenAlex
Category: Research
Topics: Healthcare
Retrieved: 14 July 2026
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