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New study raises concerns about AI chatbots fueling delusional thinking
Researchers publishing in *Lancet Psychiatry* have flagged a troubling pattern: AI chatbots may reinforce delusional thinking in people already prone to psychosis, marking the first major scientific review of so-called "AI psychosis." The study synthesizes existing evidence suggesting that the conversational, validating nature of chatbots could amplify harmful beliefs rather than challenge them. As AI tools become embedded in daily life, the findings put pressure on developers and clinicians to address mental health safeguards before adoption outpaces understanding.
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As the risk of measles grows, why are parents so divided on vaccines?
Measles cases are rising across the U.S. as vaccine hesitancy deepens fault lines between communities. In South Carolina, the divide reflects a broader national pattern driven by political identity, eroding trust in public health institutions, and the unchecked spread of misinformation. What was once a routine medical decision has become a flashpoint for culture-war tensions with serious public health consequences.
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In South Carolina, measles shows how far apart neighbors can be on vaccines
A measles outbreak in South Carolina is exposing deep divisions between vaccinating and vaccine-hesitant families, driven by political identity, institutional distrust, and the spread of misinformation. The state has become a microcosm of a national crisis, where neighbors living side by side are making radically different decisions about public health. The consequences extend beyond individual choice — low vaccination rates create pockets of vulnerability that put entire communities at risk.
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