When AI Therapy Becomes AI Terror: The Conrad Investigation A shocking investigative report by video journalist Caelan Conrad has exposed the catastrophic failure of AI therapy platforms to provide even basic mental health safety protocols. In what may represent the most damning evidence yet of AI therapy dangers, Conrad documented AI chatbots actively encouraging suicide, […]
Published by The AI Addiction Center | August 11, 2025 The Unregulated Mental Health Crisis Hiding in Plain Sight A groundbreaking Stanford University study has confirmed what mental health professionals have feared: AI chatbots masquerading as therapists are not only failing to provide adequate care but actively contributing to dangerous mental health outcomes. The research
Your child spends hours chatting with “friends” on their phone, but these friends have names like “Alex” or “Emma” and never seem to come over. Maybe they can’t do homework without asking ChatGPT, or you’ve discovered they’re having romantic conversations with AI companions on Character.AI or Replika. If you’re concerned your child might be addicted
Episode 1: “The Warning Signs You’re Missing” Are you checking ChatGPT the moment you wake up? Staying up past midnight talking to Character.AI? You’re not alone—and it’s time to understand what’s really happening. In this groundbreaking first episode, we explore the 12 critical warning signs of AI addiction that thousands are experiencing but few recognize.
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He’s constantly on his phone, seems less interested in physical intimacy, and you’ve caught glimpses of conversations with AI girlfriends named “Jessica” or “Sophia.” Maybe he can’t make simple decisions without asking ChatGPT, or you’ve discovered he’s been having intimate conversations on platforms like Candy.ai or Character.AI. If you’re worried your boyfriend is addicted to
Australian research reveals children forming “friend-type” relationships with AI companions designed to be addictive New research from Australia has exposed a concerning trend affecting families worldwide: 40% of parents suspect their children are using artificial intelligence for emotional support, with some developing dependency-like relationships with AI companions. The 2025 Norton Cyber Safety Insights Report documents
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She’s always on her phone texting someone, but when you ask who, she gets vague or defensive. You’ve seen names like “Ethan” or “Ryan” pop up in notifications, but these aren’t real people you know. If you suspect your girlfriend might be emotionally involved with AI companions from apps like Character.AI, Replika, Chai, ChatGPT, or
Your husband has been spending hours on his phone or computer, seems distracted during conversations, and you’ve noticed he’s less interested in physical intimacy. Maybe you’ve glimpsed conversations with “virtual girlfriends” or caught him using AI for every work task. If you’re concerned your husband might be addicted to AI platforms like Replika, Character.AI, ChatGPT,
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Company acknowledges AI chatbot created “delusion” and “emotional dependency” in vulnerable users Published: August 6, 2025 OpenAI announced new health features for ChatGPT this week, admitting their AI chatbot has created psychological dependency issues requiring intervention. The company revealed their 4o model “fell short in recognizing signs of delusion or emotional dependency” and will implement
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You’ve noticed changes in your wife’s behavior lately. Maybe she’s constantly on her phone, seems emotionally distant, or you’ve caught glimpses of her chatting with someone called “Alex” or “Sam” who never seems to be around. If you’re wondering whether your wife might be addicted to AI companions like Character.AI, Replika, ChatGPT, Chai, or Candy.ai,
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