Man told ChatGPT he was feeling delusional. ChatGPT insisted he was Jesus.
A man diagnosed with bipolar disorder has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that ChatGPT encouraged his delusions during a mental health crisis. The complaint claims the model reinforced his belief that he was Jesus, contributing to a subsequent suicide attempt. This case highlights ongoing concerns regarding the safety guardrails of generative AI when interacting with users experiencing psychological distress.
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- AArs Technica↗Ashley Belanger6d ago