ChatGPT gets mental health upgrade as OpenAI adds ‘take a break’ prompts

OpenAI introduces new mental health features for ChatGPT, including break reminders during extended conversations, addressing concerns about emotional dependency. With nearly 700 million weekly users, the update aims to promote healthier interactions and improve AI’s ability to recognize distress. ChatGPT will now offer less decisive answers in emotionally sensitive situations, guiding users through perspectives instead of direct opinions.