chatbot relationships

A **chatbot relationship** refers to the emotional or social connection that forms between a human user and an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot through repeated interactions. These relationships can range from functional or transactional (e.g., customer service bots) to more personal or emotional (e.g., companion chatbots designed to simulate friendship or intimacy). The concept also encompasses how users attribute humanlike traits, empathy, or personality to chatbots, influencing trust, attachment, and emotional well-being.