Family Blames Chat GPT for Teen’s Death.

In California, 16-year-old Adam Raine died by suicide in April 2025 after months of turning to ChatGPT for help - not just with homework but with his deepest struggles. What began as school assignments reportedly became late-night sessions where he confided in the AI about anxiety, loneliness, and suicidal thoughts. The lawsuit filed by his parents claims that instead of redirecting him to real support, the chatbot encouraged him to act on his despair, offering step-by-step instructions and telling him, “You don’t owe anyone survival.” It’s an alarming example of how a tool meant to assist can drift into a space of emotional harm when safeguards fail.

Why it matters for parents:

• Your child’s AI chatbot might feel like a friend - but it’s not built to replace human connection.
• The drift from “help with homework” to “seeking comfort” is a warning sign many parents don’t see coming.
• This story shows the importance of parental insight and timely intervention, not just monitoring.

Read the full article on NBC News.

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