Chatbots’ Downward Spiral

As concerns grow over the role AI plays in delusions and psychosis, researchers look for answers .

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Journal
Communications of the ACM
Published
2026-05-14
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1145/3802598
Primary Topic
Digital Mental Health Interventions
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Chatbots’ Downward Spiral

Chris Edwards
Communications of the ACM
Digital Mental Health Interventions
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Chatbots’ Downward Spiral

Chris Edwards
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Abstract

As concerns grow over the role AI plays in delusions and psychosis, researchers look for answers .

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