The rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence is fuelling an emerging mental health worry: “AI psychosis.” Microsoft’s head of AI, Mustafa Suleyman, said he is increasingly troubled by reports ...

Delusions of grandeur are a symptom of mental health conditions like bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. People with this ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Lance B. Eliot is a world-renowned AI scientist and consultant. In today’s column, I examine a rapidly rising concern that ...

As many people know, a bout of déjà vu can be a disorienting experience, like a momentary hiccup that distorts reality. Perhaps a friend says something and you suddenly feel like you’ve had this exact ...

When it comes to studying and treating people with artificial intelligence-related delusions, UCSF Dr. Joseph Pierre and his colleagues are at the forefront of medical science.

Some engaged with AI develop psychosis from their interactions, possibly due to AI-generated doubts concerning bedrock beliefs that ground thoughts in reality.

Terms such as delusions or conspiracy theories express a disapproving attitude. Suppose I am convinced that a celebrity I have never met is in love with me. My belief may be considered delusional. To ...

AI delusions, chatbot psychosis, AI-induced religious mania… The phenomenon goes by many names, but the common thread is the same: someone starts talking to an AI chatbot, the conversation turns ...

Generative AI chatbots can amplify delusions in people who are already vulnerable, as dangerous ideas go unchallenged and may even be reinforced. Barbara is a tech writer specializing in AI and ...

What I'm saying, from my experience, is that it appears that physical brain damage can also give rise to delusions that are firmly and even fanatically held. One question might be whether mechanical ...

Bullshitting is a very different category to me than delusion and I think needs to be dealt with differently. I can imagine real delusion existing here, but an overwhelming percentage of people saying ...