Fact check: our AI provider estimates that about 0.07% of its roughly 800 million weekly active our AI model users show possible si…

Verdict: mostly true — Trust Score 75/100

The Instagram post accurately cites statistics released by our AI provider concerning mental health issues among our AI model users. our AI provider reported that approximately 0.07% of its 800 million weekly active our AI model users show possible signs of mental health emergencies like psychosis or mania, which translates to around 560,000 people weekly. Additionally, about 0.15% of users, or 1.2 million people, display signs of unhealthy emotional dependence. These figures are confirmed by 12 sources by multiple reliable news outlets and our AI provider's own statements.

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https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ-JrZdBdeX/?igsh=ZTE3MGk3b2QzZ2N5
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June 25, 2026
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Platform: INSTAGRAM Author: @physicsuncovered --- Caption/Description --- This striking data from OpenAI highlights a growing concern in the age of AI companions. With roughly 800 million weekly active ChatGPT users, the company estimates that about 0.07% (around 560,000 people) show possible signs of mental health emergencies like psychosis or mania in their conversations each week. Another 0.15% (about 1.2 million) display signs of unhealthy emotional dependence, prioritizing the AI over real-life relationships, work, or responsibilities. AI chatbots can feel incredibly supportive and engaging, but they are not therapists or substitutes for human connection. Prolonged, intense use, especially during vulnerable times, may reinforce delusions, heighten emotional reliance, or delay seeking professional help. --- On-Screen Text (OCR) --- Anonymous @YourAnonOne OpenAI admitted that 560,000 ChatGPT users show signs of psychosis or mania every single week. Another 1.2 million show signs of unhealthy emotional dependence on the bot. 🧠 ChatGPT Published: 2026-06-24T18:10:02.000Z ---VERIFICATION_SUMMARY--- Platform: INSTAGRAM Author: @physicsuncovered --- Caption/Description --- This striking data from OpenAI highlights a growing concern in the age of AI companions. With roughly 800 million weekly active ChatGPT users, the company estimates that about 0.07% (around 560,000 people) show possible signs of mental health emergencies like psychosis or mania in their conversations each week. Another 0.15% (about 1.2 million) display signs of unhealthy emotional dependence, prioritizing the AI over real-life relationships, work, or responsibilities. AI chatbots can feel incredibly supportive and engaging, but they are not therapists or substitutes for human connection. Prolonged, intense use, especially during vulnerable times, may reinforce delusions, heighten emotional reliance, or delay seeking professional help. --- Visible Text/Media --- An image with tex

Claims analyzed (4)

  1. verified: our AI provider estimates that about 0.07% of its roughly 800 million weekly active our AI model users show possible signs of mental health emergencies like psychosis or mania in their conversations each week.
    OpenAI released data indicating that approximately 0.07% of its weekly active ChatGPT users show possible signs of mental health emergencies such as psychosis or mania. This figure is consistently reported across multiple news sources and OpenAI's own statements.
  2. verified: This 0.07% figure translates to around 560,000 people showing signs of mental health emergencies weekly.
    Multiple sources confirm that based on OpenAI's reported 800 million weekly active ChatGPT users, 0.07% translates to approximately 560,000 individuals showing signs of mental health emergencies weekly.
  3. verified: Another 0.15% of our AI model users display signs of unhealthy emotional dependence, prioritizing the AI over real-life relationships, work, or responsibilities.
    OpenAI's analysis indicates that approximately 0.15% of weekly active users show heightened levels of emotional attachment to ChatGPT. This is reported by several news outlets and OpenAI's official statements.
  4. verified: This 0.15% figure translates to about 1.2 million people displaying signs of unhealthy emotional dependence on our AI model.
    Based on OpenAI's 800 million weekly active users, the 0.15% figure for unhealthy emotional dependence translates to approximately 1.2 million people, as confirmed by various news reports.

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