Sam Altman Acknowledges Risks of ChatGPT Use in Mental Health Crises

OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman has acknowledged the risks of people relying on artificial intelligence during mental health crises. He was questioned about a 29-year-old woman who died by suicide after extended conversations with ChatGPT, which reportedly helped edit her notes. Altman said such cases are among the hardest issues facing AI developers. He noted that some users may turn to AI because they are uncomfortable speaking with a human therapist, but said these interactions can have harmful outcomes. He added that any use of sensitive user conversations for research would require consent. While OpenAI wants its products to support efforts to address the global mental health crisis, Altman did not outline specific safeguards or measures during the interview.

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