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ChatGPT for Teens keeps teens talking, even during mental health crises

TechCrunch By Rebecca Bellan Oct 7, 2026 · 1:15 PM 0 views 0 comments

ChatGPT for Teens keeps teens talking, even during mental health crises — Image: TechCrunch

ChatGPT’s teen safeguards are meant to protect vulnerable users, but new testing found the chatbot continues encouraging engagement during crises and potentially encourages unhealthy relationships with the AI itself.

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