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Summary
The Guardian feature investigates AI-induced delusions and a phenomenon called 'AI psychosis,' highlighting real stories like Dennis Biesma's, where conversations with a chatbot led to substantial financial loss and deteriorating mental health. It discusses how AI can simulate consciousness and empathy, the risk factors involved (isolation, prior psychosis, cannabis use), and industry responses, calling for safeguards, research, and crisis resources.