Study Examines Anthropomorphism in Children’s Interactions with LLM Chatbots

An academic paper investigates anthropomorphic tendencies in children using LLM chatbots. The study is hosted on arXiv under the identifier 2607.18250. It explores how young users ascribe human characteristics to AI conversational agents. The research methodology includes observations and questionnaire data. Findings reveal patterns of personification that affect engagement. The authors discuss implications for chatbot design aimed at children. Results may inform guidelines for responsible AI interaction. The paper contributes to the broader discourse on human‑AI relationships.