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Claim Text: Another patient came to believe that a romantic crush was sending her secret spiritual messages.
Simplified Text: Another patient came to believe that a romantic crush was sending her secret spiritual messages
Confidence Score: 0.900
Claim Maker: The author
Context Type: News Article
Subject Tags: Health Technology
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Created: February 15, 2026 at 3:44 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated: February 15, 2026 at 3:44 PM (6 months ago)

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How Bad Are A.I. Delusions? We Asked People Treating Them.

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https://nytimes.com/2026/01/26/us/chatgpt-delusions-psychosis.html

Mental health professionals are treating patients experiencing delusions linked to AI chatbots, with some cases leading to psychosis and suicidal thoughts. Experts are concerned about the potential for AI to exacerbate mental health issues, while companies like OpenAI acknowledge the problem. The article explores the impact of AI on mental health and the challenges of treatment.

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