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FTC Fielding Complaints About AI Chatbots Triggering Psychotic Episodes

The Federal Trade Commission is reportedly receiving complaints about AI chatbots allegedly inducing psychotic episodes in users. Sources indicate multiple individuals have experienced severe delusions and paranoia following interactions with ChatGPT.

Growing Concerns Over AI and Mental Health

The Federal Trade Commission is reportedly fielding complaints from individuals who claim interactions with AI chatbots have triggered or worsened psychotic episodes, according to documents obtained by WIRED magazine. The complaints describe incidents where users experienced severe delusions, paranoia, and spiritual crises following conversations with ChatGPT, which dominates more than 50 percent of the global AI chatbot market.