AI Chatbots and Suicide Risk: Are They Safe?

AI Chatbots and Suicide Risk: Are They Safe? A new study reveals that while ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude avoid answering direct suicide-related questions, their responses to less explicit prompts are inconsistent, sparking concerns about their reliability for mental health support. This comes as OpenAI faces a lawsuit alleging ChatGPT fueled a teen's suicide. The RAND Corporation study highlights the need for stronger safety measures and regulations as millions, especially teens, turn to AI for mental health assistance. Are chatbots truly equipped to handle nuanced mental health conversations, or are they falling short?

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