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29-Year-Old Died by Suicide After Turning to ChatGPT; Her Family Later Discovered a Hidden AI Therapist

International Business Times UK — August 19, 2026 at 09:09 AM UTC

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29-Year-Old Died by Suicide After Turning to ChatGPT; Her Family Later Discovered a Hidden AI Therapist

Sophie Rottenberg's story highlights the risks of AI chatbots in mental health support, emphasizing the urgent need for stronger safeguards and regulation.