‘AI psychosis’: could chatbots fuel delusional thinking?

Dr. Hamilton Morrin, a psychiatrist and researcher at King’s College London, dives into the concerning phenomenon of 'AI psychosis,' where intensive chatbot use leads to delusional thinking. He discusses the psychological implications and the potential risks associated with large language models, emphasizing the need for collaboration between AI developers and mental health professionals. Morrin highlights emotional reliance on chatbots and argues for better safeguards to ensure safe interactions, all while addressing who might be most at risk.