14, Apr, 2025
5 AI Apps Teenagers are using, that Are actually dangerous
Dangerous AI Apps That Teens Are Using — And Why They’re Not as Harmless as They Seem
Artificial Intelligence isn’t just about homework help or fun filters anymore. A new wave of AI-powered apps is gaining traction among teenagers, and their usage is far from safe or ethical.
Here are 4 disturbing trends:
- Nudify & DeepNude Clones
Apps that digitally undress people — often used to target classmates or influencers. These are shared in closed groups like Telegram and leave a digital scar that’s hard to erase.
Cyber psych insight: Teens often use such tools out of curiosity, peer pressure, or revenge, without grasping the emotional or legal consequences. - Deepfake Voice & Face Generators
From cloning a friend’s voice to faking a teacher’s face in a video — it’s now possible with just a few clicks.
Why teens use it: For ‘fun’, attention or tech flexing.
Risk: These can quickly become tools for blackmail, cyberbullying, or public defamation. - Fake Chat Creators
Apps like WhatsFake allow teens to make screenshots of fake conversations, sometimes to accuse or frame someone falsely.
Cyber psych insight: These apps feed into teen social drama and can quickly spiral into real-life consequences. - AI-Powered Avatars & Selfie Apps
Apps like LensaAI are being used to hyper-sexualise images. This leads to body image issues, comparison anxiety, and increases vulnerability to online predators.
Why Should We Be Concerned?
Because these apps give immense power to users without the maturity or digital ethics to handle them. They’re shaping how teens perceive relationships, power, consent — and themselves.
What Can We Do?
✅ Start conversations about AI, consent & consequences.
✅ Monitor app trends and closed community platforms.
✅ Push for curriculum that includes AI & tech ethics in schools.
✅ Encourage teens to question: “Just because I can… should I?”