Oprah Winfrey

Experts say that this technology can distort thinking, impact mental health, and can lead to devastating consequences like self-harm or even the loss of life.

How was he able to have private relationships with several different chatbots?

You used the word psychosis.

Do you think that's what had happened to you?

Hello, and thank you for being with me here on the Oprah Podcast.

We all know that artificial intelligence is changing the world.

We accept that.

It's changing every day and that it has limitless potential.

But we also know this.

that families and experts on this podcast today are here to share a dire warning about the hidden dangers and extremely dark side of AI chatbots.

First, in case you're wondering what is a chatbot, here's a short explanation.

Chatbots or AI companions are programs designed to simulate human conversation.

You may be most familiar with interacting with AI chatbots on customer service pages.

Some are as simple as a text exchange.

Others can be enhanced to be an artificial face, body, and voice.

AI chatbots are in children's toys and video games.

Millions of Americans use chatbots for financial work or relationship advice.

From life coaches to therapists or assistants and also companionship.

Some people use chatbots for romantic love or fantasy role play, even for sex.

Well, experts say that this technology can distort thinking, impact mental health, and can lead to devastating consequences like self-harm or even the loss of life.