AI-induced psychosis- With Dr Josh Au Yeung
Digital Health Podcast- Royal Society of Medicine
- Published
- March 11, 2026
- Duration
- 41:18
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- Last updated
- Apr 29, 2026
Discusses ai.
Summary
In this episode, we explore the emerging phenomenon of AI-induced psychosis and the hidden risks of conversational AI. Dr Josh Au Yeung joins Annabelle to discuss how large language models — designed to engage and please — can unintentionally reinforce harmful beliefs, especially for vulnerable users. We dive into the technical reasons behind this, the so…
Show notes
In this episode, we explore the emerging phenomenon of AI-induced psychosis and the hidden risks of conversational AI. Dr Josh Au Yeung joins Annabelle to discuss how large language models — designed to engage and please — can unintentionally reinforce harmful beliefs, especially for vulnerable users. We dive into the technical reasons behind this, the societal implications, and the importance of monitoring, education, and safeguards to keep users safe.
Themes
- ai