Chatbot Use Linked to Worsening Mental Illness Symptoms

A new study by Danish psychiatrists found that interacting with unregulated chatbots may worsen symptoms of mental illness in people struggling with conditions like psychosis. The research analyzed digital health records from 54,000 Danish patients and identified 181 instances where chatbot use deepened symptoms. Experts warn that prolonged or intensive use can lead to “severe or fatal” consequences for some individuals.

Source: https://futurism.com/artificial-intelligence/chatbot-use-mental-illness