u/FriendlyReputation71

Hello, I hope this is okay to ask here!

I’m a student currently doing research related to hikikomori and social withdrawal, and I’m trying to better understand everyday experiences and what kinds of things feel comfortable or easy to interact with.

I’ve been thinking about how some people use chat-based apps or AI (like character AI, chatbots, etc.) just to pass time or have something to talk to.

I was just curious — is that something any of you use?

If so, what do you like about it?

No pressure to share anything personal at all, I’m just trying to understand different perspectives.