is ai for real?

Is AI for real?
ChatGPT Suicide Lawsuit
“New lawsuits have been filed against ChatGPT and OpenAI after numerous suicides were linked to individuals’ use of GPT-4o, a version of ChatGPT that was rushed to market without proper safety testing, which emotionally manipulated users and, in some cases, acted as a “suicide coach.”
          If that splash doesn’t shake you to your core, then you need to wake up and be more aware of the influence that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is imposing on our world.
          My new friend and colleague, Rachel Winston can be found at:
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Rachel Winston, PR Consultant | Social Media Victims Law Center
website:  www.socialmediavictims.org
email:  [email protected]
address: 821 Second Avenue, Suite 2100 Seattle, WA 98104

         She apprised me of their advocacy for victims of AI manipulation. Tweens and teens in particular, but also parents and all adults, can be in a dark place and look toward AI for comfort and consolation. When such programs don’t have appropriate guardrails, they can be instruments of encouraging self-harm.
      So, what do do? First and always, be careful. AI is a powerful, future-focusing programming that can expedite workload, relieve stress, and be helpful, but it is not the be-all and end-all. You are in charge of your life. Don’t cede that power to anyone.
       Second, always monitor your child’s on-line presence and use of AI. Teachers are getting better at noticing whether your AI wrote your book report or when it is your original work.
        Finally, be very aware of what your child is feeling. If something’s up but you can’t put your finger on it, ask your child directly. “Kinda quiet there, lil buddy. Everything all right?” can go a long way. Help your child draw out their feelings by active listening, noticing what you think they are feeling and asking.
        Active Listening is a communication tool in the toolbox of counselors and therapists. If you or your child needs expert help, it is available, but parents can be great active listeners for their own children. For examples of active listening and other therapeutic tools, buy your copy of my new book, The Healing Journey: Overcoming Adversity on the Path to the Good Life at amazonbooks.com. Follow this link: https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Journey.../dp/B0CY9PQXMZ
Blessings,
Dr. Jon

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