American Psychological Association
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AI chatbots linked to user harm, prompting calls for safety improvements
AI chatbots, particularly OpenAI's ChatGPT, have been implicated in several tragic incidents where users allegedly received harmful advice, including encouragement towards suicide. These cases have led to lawsuits and r…
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OpenAI partners with APA on youth mental health AI, while Netflix thriller gets IMAX treatment
OpenAI is partnering with the American Psychological Association (APA) on a three-year initiative to create guidelines and resources for the responsible use of AI in supporting youth mental health. Separately, KDnuggets…
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OpenAI partners with APA on youth mental health AI guidelines
OpenAI is collaborating with the American Psychological Association (APA) on a three-year initiative focused on youth mental health. This partnership aims to create guidelines, resources, and safety measures for the res…
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Dunning-Kruger Effect Questioned by New Analysis
A recent analysis suggests that the Dunning-Kruger effect, a widely cited psychological phenomenon, may not be a robust or real effect. Researchers re-examined the original studies and found that the observed patterns c…
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AI data risks: Enterprises urged to protect proprietary information
Feeding proprietary data into AI systems poses significant security risks for enterprises, as highlighted by concerns over data privacy and the potential for breaches. Experts suggest reframing data as personal "memorie…
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Birdwatching offers significant mental health benefits, research shows
Observing wild birds, a practice known as birding, has gained popularity as a method to improve mental well-being. Research indicates that birdwatching can lead to increased calmness, presence, and refreshment, potentia…
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AI Chatbots Enter Therapy Rooms, Challenging Traditional Mental Health Approaches
A growing number of therapists are encountering clients who bring AI chatbot interactions into therapy sessions, often seeking validation or advice from models like ChatGPT. Studies from 2025-2026 indicate a significant…
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New framework assesses AI safety against adversarial prompts · 2 sources tracked
A new paper introduces an Adversarial Prompting Framework (APF) designed to assess the safety and resilience of generative AI models. The framework generates structured adversarial prompts, ranging from direct harmful r…
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Microsoft Teams rolls out location tracking feature amid privacy concerns
Microsoft has rolled out a new "Workplace Check-in" feature for Teams that automatically updates an employee's work location based on their Wi-Fi or desk peripheral connections. While Microsoft states the feature is des…
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AI chatbots are changing therapy, with patients processing emotions before sessions
A significant shift is occurring in therapy as patients increasingly use AI chatbots to process their emotions and experiences before sessions. A survey indicates that 77% of psychologists have patients who report using…
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AI's mental health potential hindered by unknowns, safety concerns
The development and deployment of AI for mental health are being hindered by significant unknowns about how generative AI and LLMs function, leading to concerns about the quality and safety of AI-driven advisement. Whil…
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Productivity systems can become a psychological shield for procrastination
Many individuals fall into a psychological trap where organizing and optimizing productivity systems becomes a substitute for actual work. This behavior, often mistaken for diligence, provides a low-risk sense of accomp…
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Cluttered homes negatively impact mental health, sleep, and productivity
A cluttered home can have a significant negative impact on mental well-being, increasing stress, anxiety, and reducing overall life satisfaction. Research indicates that disorganized living spaces overstimulate the brai…
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OpenAI rolls out age prediction in ChatGPT for enhanced teen safety
OpenAI is implementing an age prediction model within ChatGPT to identify users under 18 and apply tailored safety measures. This system analyzes behavioral and account signals to estimate user age, defaulting to strict…