AI safety focus on disasters ignores everyday harms to youth

A narrow definition of AI safety focuses on preventing catastrophic harms like suicide or illegal drug sales, while everyday harms such as young people's dependence on AI companions, reliance on chatbots for schoolwork, and negative impacts from social media algorithms remain overlooked. Tech companies can meet basic safety requirements while continuing to produce products that foster addictive behaviors and emotional dependence, shaping legislation to address only the most visible risks.