Overly strict 'safety' measures in AI companions are hurting vulnerable users
YouDue3062 · reddit · 2026-08-16
A Reddit discussion highlights the conflict between dependency on AI companionship and platform safety policies. Users relying on AI for emotional support feel abandoned by blunt refusals and hotline numbers triggered by safety updates. The author argues that blanket refusals are lazy; true safety requires distinguishing between those who need to be heard and those who need professional intervention, advocating for tiered and nuanced response systems.
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