Key points

There are unique risks for kids with AI companions, including exploitation and dependence.

Conversations with kids about AI risks can help them be better prepared to cope with them.

The real solutions to the risks of AI companions for kids are bigger than any one family can handle.

AI companions present special risks for kids. Source: Cyndidyoder83 / Pixabay

In Part 1 of this article, " AI Companions for Kids: What Every Parent Must Know ," I described the potential misbehaviors and prevalence of AI companions for kids. Now, in Part 2, I’ll talk about their special dangers for kids, plus what parents can do to minimize these risks.

Specific dangers of AI companions for kids

The Common Sense Media report about AI companions and teens (Robb & Mann, 2025) found that 34 p

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