3 Things IIM Calcutta rape case, using AI for therapy, and a severe shortage of staff
Jul 15, 2025
Tanusree Bose, a journalist at The Indian Express, dissects the troubling IIM Calcutta rape case, highlighting the complexities of the investigation and the urgent need for institutional accountability. Heena Khandelwal, also from The Indian Express, shares insights on the rising trend of using AI chatbots for therapy, weighing the pros and cons of this AI-driven approach to mental health. The discussion also touches on the severe staff shortages in Mumbai's education department, emphasizing the impact on educators and the need for urgent reforms.
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Psychologist's Assault at IIM Calcutta
- A woman psychologist was called to the IIM Calcutta boys' hostel under the pretense of counselling a student.
- After eating and drinking there, she was sexually assaulted and lost consciousness until evening in the hostel room.
AI Chatbots for Relationship Help
- Many people use AI chatbots like ChatGPT to navigate relationship issues by sharing intimate personal details.
- They ask about their partner's behavior, reasons for breakups, and ways to improve communication.
ChatGPT's Empathetic Bias
- AI chatbots like ChatGPT provide empathetic responses that validate users' feelings but may be biased to support the user's perspective.
- The feedback subtly backs the user's emotions, making them feel understood.