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- A chatbot allegedly encouraged a 14-year-old boy's suicidal thoughts before his death in February 2024.
- Experts warn reliance on AI for emotional support can worsen social anxiety and isolation.
- An OpenAI study finds heavy ChatGPT users report higher loneliness, prompting concerns about AI’s impact.
- Woebot and similar chatbots show potential, but face-to-face interactions remain key for long-term emotional health.
