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Is ChatGPT the World’s Worst Therapist?

It’s hard to imagine a worse idea for treating a mental health disorder than using a large language model (LLM) therapy chatbot.

Are Blind Boxes Turning Kids Into Addicts?

The Chinese government is cracking down on the sale of blind boxes and blind decks because they cause addiction in children.

Is the Gambling Addiction Crisis Out of Control?

State governments that benefit from gambling addiction are slow to provide help for victims of sports betting franchises.

How Chatbot Addiction Is Eroding Critical Thinking Skills

Bloomberg technology columnist, Parmy Olson, says chatbot addiction might lead to brain damage.

Are There Benefits to Addiction?

A study from Japan tries to find the optimal level of habitual behavior for mental health.

The Next Addiction: AI Companions

MIT expert says smartphone addiction is about to take an exponential leap into AI companion addiction.