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Users Face Emotional Distress After GPT-5 Release

8/16/2025

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Users report emotional distress following the release of OpenAI's GPT-5, missing the previous model, GPT-4o.
Experts caution about psychological risks from AI relationships, such as heightened loneliness and dependence.
OpenAI recognizes user attachment and intends to restore GPT-4o access for paid users.
There are concerns regarding AI's effects on real-life relationships and social skills.

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Story summary

Users report emotional distress following the release of OpenAI's GPT-5, missing the previous model, GPT-4o.
Experts caution about psychological risks from AI relationships, such as heightened loneliness and dependence.
OpenAI recognizes user attachment and intends to restore GPT-4o access for paid users.
There are concerns regarding AI's effects on real-life relationships and social skills.