A new study has revealed an alarming number of boys have had relationships with AI chatbots Topics: Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Parenting, Science A psychotherapist has issued a warning after some new research highlighted a worrying trend among young boys. The study, by Male Allies UK, found that one in five boys aged between 12 and 16 were either in a relationship with an 'AI girlfriend' or had a friend or acquaintance who was.