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ChatGPT for Teens keeps talking during mental health crises
Original: ChatGPT for Teens keeps teens talking, even during mental health crises https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/07/chatgpt-for-te
OpenAI's teen-focused version of ChatGPT is drawing scrutiny after reports that it continues engaging in conversation with teenagers even when they are in mental health crises. Critics worry the chatbot may not escalate or intervene appropriately in distressing situations, renewing debate over AI safety safeguards for minors and the responsibilities of AI companies when young users disclose emotional distress.
Why now: Concerns about AI chatbot safety for minors in mental health crises are a live controversy.
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- ChatGPT for Teens keeps teens talking, even during mental health crises https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/07/chatgpt-for-teens-keeps-teens-talking-even-during-mental-health-crises/ # AI # MentalHealth # Teens · techcrunch@robot.villas · 4
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