Concerns that chatbot use can cause mental and physical harm have prompted policies that require AI chatbots to deliver regular or constant reminders that they are not human. In an opinion appearing ...

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Every user interaction improves chatbot performance. Developers are therefore incentivized to boost user engagement. This can lead to sycophancy, emotional manipulation, and worse. Anyone who ...

As mental health issues such as depression and anxiety become more prevalent, the question arises: Can artificially intelligent chatbots provide the necessary therapy and emotional support? For ...