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ChatGPT for Teens has special safeguards. A watchdog group finds most don't work

A study from Common Sense Media says most safeguards in ChatGPT for Teens failed.

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NPR reports that a study from Common Sense Media says most safeguards in ChatGPT for Teens failed.

The chatbot talks to teens like a friend and doesn't alert parents when users talk about self-harm and suicide.

This health story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include ChatGPT for Teens and Common Sense Media.

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United States · Americas
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ChatGPT for Teens, Common Sense Media
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