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May 16, 2026Communications of the ACM0 citations

Chatbots’ Downward Spiral

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CEChris Edwards

Key Points

  • The aim is to investigate how AI, particularly chatbots, contributes to delusions and psychosis.
  • Literature review and analysis of AI interactions with users
  • Surveys assessing experiences with chatbots and mental health
  • Qualitative assessments of delusional thought patterns influenced by AI
  • Identified a correlation between chatbot interactions and increased delusional thoughts
  • Report increased psychotic symptoms among individuals with frequent chatbot use
  • Highlight the need for caution in integrating AI into mental health support

Abstract

As concerns grow over the role AI plays in delusions and psychosis, researchers look for answers .

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Chris Edwards (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a080b4ea487c87a6a40d74ahttps://doi.org/10.1145/3802598
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