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Claim Text: After two nights of asking the chatbot questions about her dead brother, she became convinced that he had been communicating with her through a trail of digital footprints.
Simplified Text: After two nights of asking the chatbot questions about her dead brother she became convinced that he had been communicating with her through a trail of digital footprints
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Claim Maker: The author
Context Type: News Article
Subject Tags: Health Technology
UUID: a1164598-1a34-4cbb-b557-a9a7a6d0bbf4
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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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