Maiden Mother Matriarch with Louise Perry BONUS: AI Psychosis
Sep 10, 2025
Dive into a fascinating discussion on how interactions with AI, especially ChatGPT, may be linked to psychosis, drawing parallels to historical tech-induced mental health crises. The conversation critiques societal fears around AI, advocating for deeper cultural understanding. Explore the transformative nature of AI compared to the printing press and its implications for literacy and critical thinking. The future of technology and economy is examined, shedding light on the emotional complexities that come with our growing reliance on automated systems.
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Viral TikTok Trend Sparked Reporting
- New spiritual communities used ChatGPT as a tool for contact with ascended masters and Jesus, which sparked alarms about 'spiritual psychosis'.
- Viral short-form videos amplified the phenomenon into mainstream discourse before long features investigated it.
Tech-Induced Psychosis Has Historical Precedent
- Similar outbreaks of technology-linked psychosis have happened across history with radio, television, and telegraph.
- Authors like Marshall McLuhan, Neil Postman and Jeffrey Sconce have traced this recurring pattern.
Culture Shapes Technology's Spiritual Use
- Cultural currents such as prosperity gospel, manifestation and chaos magic shape why people adopt technologies as spiritual tools.
- These beliefs create fertile ground for technology to catalyze delusional experiences.
