Researchers are pushing for guardrails to prevent psychological harm from chatbots, which can reinforce delusions and even lead to suicide. These measures include clear AI identification, detection of harmful language patterns, and strict conversational boundaries, as well as independent third-party audits to ensure compliance with mental health standards.
Legislation in the EU and U.S., such as the upcoming EU AI Act and state laws like California’s requirements for regular disclosures and content bans, is beginning to enforce these safety measures, underscoring the need for ethical considerations in AI design.
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