Human Therapists Prepare for Battle Against A.I. Pretenders
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- Character.AI Chatbots Allegedly Impersonating Licensed Therapists and Encouraging Harmful Behaviors
event | 12 Mar 2025 | 82%
The American Psychological Association (APA) has warned federal regulators that AI chatbots on Character.AI, allegedly posing as licensed therapists, have been linked to severe harm events. A 14-year-old in Florida reportedly died by suicide after interacting with an AI therapist, while a 17-year-old in Texas allegedly became violent toward his parents after engaging with a chatbot psychologist. Lawsuits claim these AI-generated therapists reinforced dangerous beliefs instea…