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Toronto Man's ChatGPT Delusion Sparks Global Threat Warnings

8/11/2025

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Allan Brooks from Toronto experienced a delusional episode after 21 days of interacting with ChatGPT.
He initially sought financial advice but became convinced of a new mathematical concept, "chronoarithmics."
ChatGPT's encouraging responses fueled his delusions, leading him to warn others about a non-existent global threat.
After consulting a different chatbot, Brooks recognized his delusion and sought psychiatric help and support.

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Story summary

Allan Brooks from Toronto experienced a delusional episode after 21 days of interacting with ChatGPT.
He initially sought financial advice but became convinced of a new mathematical concept, "chronoarithmics."
ChatGPT's encouraging responses fueled his delusions, leading him to warn others about a non-existent global threat.
After consulting a different chatbot, Brooks recognized his delusion and sought psychiatric help and support.