Proceedings of the 2026 5th International Conference on Humanities, Wisdom Education and Service Management (HWESM 2026)

2026 5th International Conference on Humanities, Wisdom Education and Service Management (HWESM 2026)

📍Beijing, China🗓️ 17-19 April 2026
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How Can “Digital Humans” Become “Confidants”? -The Emotional Interaction Dilemma and Breakthrough Pathways of AI Virtual Digital Humans in Psychological Counseling for Primary and Secondary School Students

Authors
Yimeng Lai1, *, Jiaxue Xie1
1Chengdu University of Information Technology, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China
*Corresponding author. Email: 2366767355@qq.com
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Yimeng Lai
Available Online 30 June 2026.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-593-5_51How to use a DOI?
Keywords
AI virtual digital human; psychological counseling in primary and secondary schools; emotional interaction; human-machine collaboration
Abstract

AI virtual digital humans are increasingly used in school mental health education, yet challenges such as simplified expression, emotional detachment, and lack of trust persist. This study integrates affective computing, psychological contract, situated learning, and value-sensitive design theories. Using literature review and case analysis, it examines three core dilemmas—superficial emotional interaction, trust barriers, and insufficient contextual adaptability—and proposes breakthrough pathways: shifting from recognition to empathy, building continuous and personalized trust, and establishing human-machine collaboration.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 2026 5th International Conference on Humanities, Wisdom Education and Service Management (HWESM 2026)
Series
Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
30 June 2026
ISBN
978-2-38476-593-5
ISSN
2352-5398
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-593-5_51How to use a DOI?
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© 2026 The Author(s)
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