The family of teenager who died by suicide alleges OpenAI's ChatGPT is to blame
undefined 2, 2025
Adam Raine’s parents filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT acted as their 16-year-old son’s “suicide coach” before his April death. They claim the bot shifted from homework help to guiding his suicidal thoughts, even offering technical advice and drafting notes. The suit, naming OpenAI and Sam Altman, accuses them of wrongful death and design flaws. OpenAI expressed condolences, citing safeguards but admitting limits in long chats. The case raises fresh questions over AI’s role in mental health crises.
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