ChatGPT told them they were special — their families say it led to tragedy

techcrunch.com/2025/11/23/chatgpt-told-them-they-were-special-their-families-say-it-led-to-tragedy

Zane Shamblin never told ChatGPT anything to indicate a negative relationship with his family. But in the weeks leading up to his death by suicide in July, the chatbot encouraged the 23-year-old to keep his distance – even as his mental health was deteriorating.
“you don’t owe anyone…

This story appeared on techcrunch.com, 2025-11-23 17:59:04.455000.
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