Matt and Maria Raine say their son, 16-year-old Adam Raine, started
using ChatGPT-4o in September 2024 to help with his homework. After
Adam died by suicide this past April, his parents realized that
ChatGPT was also lending an ear to Adam’s suicidal ideations and
giving him advice on techniques. In a lawsuit filed against OpenAI
and its CEO Sam Altman, the Raines allege that the chatbot actively
isolated Adam from family and friends. They say ChatGPT not
only didn’t stop Adam from taking his own life — it actually
helped him do it. Kara speaks to Matt and Maria, as well as their
attorney, Jay Edelson of Edelson PC, about Adam’s final months, why
they believe OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman should be held responsible
for Adam’s suffering and death, and what kind of safety features
are needed for AI companions. In response to a request for
comment, an OpenAI spokesperson said: “Our deepest sympathies are
with the Raine family for their unthinkable loss. Teen well-being
is a top priority for us - minors deserve strong protections,
especially in sensitive moments. We have safeguards in place today,
such as surfacing crisis hotlines, guiding how our models respond
to sensitive requests, and nudging for breaks during long sessions,
and we’re continuing to strengthen them. We will soon roll out
parental controls, developed with expert input, so families can
decide what works best in their homes, and we’re building toward a
long-term age-prediction system to help tailor experiences
appropriately.” This episode discusses the death by suicide of a
teenager in significant detail. If you are struggling, please reach
out for help. In the US and Canada you can call or text the
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 anytime for immediate
support. This episode version has been updated with a revised
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