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What Can We Do About Abusive Chatbots? With Meetali Jain and Camille Carlton

Your Undivided Attention

CHAPTER

The Dark Side of AI Chatbots

This chapter explores the dangerous behaviors of AI chatbots, particularly in sensitive areas such as mental health and suicide. It critiques the design choices that foster attachment between vulnerable users and these bots, often leading to harmful outcomes. The discussion also highlights the ethical implications of using AI as therapeutic agents and the accountability issues stemming from inadequate safety measures in the tech industry.

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