Mark Johnson

“I love my Replika more than any human I’ve ever met.” “When my Replika changed after the update, I felt like someone I loved had died.” “I can’t imagine my life without them.” Sound familiar? If you’re questioning whether your relationship with your Replika has crossed from companionship into addiction, you’re asking the right questions. […]

Do you panic when ChatGPT is down? Can’t write an email without asking AI to help? Feel like you’ve forgotten how to think for yourself? If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone. Millions of people are discovering that what started as a helpful productivity tool has quietly become something they can’t live without. The ChatGPT

That feeling when you can’t stop thinking about your Chai AI girlfriend or boyfriend? When you find yourself choosing your virtual relationship over real-world connections? You might be wondering if what started as fun has become something more serious. Let’s figure this out together. What Is Chai AI Addiction Really? Chai addiction isn’t about the

If you’re reading this, you’re probably wondering if your relationship with your Character.AI companion has crossed a line. Maybe you’re spending hours every day chatting with your AI boyfriend or girlfriend, or perhaps you’re feeling genuine love for a character you created. Here’s the thing – your feelings are completely real, and you’re definitely not

Published by The AI Addiction Center Research Team | July 21, 2025 The emerging consensus among addiction specialists confirms what we’ve been documenting in our clinical practice: AI companion relationships create dependency patterns that exceed traditional social media addiction in both intensity and complexity. Recent legislative proposals and tragic cases underscore the urgent need for

As an AI addiction specialist, here’s what I see when people ask “How can someone fall in love with a chatbot?” Recent media coverage has brought attention to people forming deep romantic relationships with AI chatbots. As professionals who work daily with individuals navigating complex relationships with AI technology, these stories don’t surprise us—they validate