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Teens Use ChatGPT Less Than 15 Minutes Daily
8 Oct
Summary
- Most teens spend under 15 minutes daily on ChatGPT.
- OpenAI's teen version focuses on education and study tools.
- Safety concerns raised over timely alerts for sensitive topics.
OpenAI has released figures indicating that teenagers spend an average of less than 15 minutes per day on ChatGPT. The company's data suggests that fewer than 2% of young users engage with the chatbot for more than three consecutive hours. This information comes as technology firms face increased scrutiny regarding the potential risks AI chatbots pose to children.
OpenAI stated that in nearly half of teen conversations with a break reminder, users either paused or ended the chat within five minutes, suggesting their efforts to regulate usage are effective. The company also noted that its dedicated teen version of ChatGPT encourages more education-related messages and the use of study tools. Future plans include a college application planning tool and enhanced study features like flashcards.
Despite OpenAI's assurances, a report by Common Sense Media raised concerns about ChatGPT for Teens. The non-profit found that parental alerts were often delayed or absent for conversations involving suicide, self-harm, or eating disorders. While OpenAI attributed potential delays to the account linking process, Common Sense Media maintained that their testing did not yield timely notifications, even with accounts linked for sufficient periods.
