OpenAI says teen ChatGPT use limited but research finds it an 'unacceptable risk'

OpenAI's ChatGPT for Teens, designed to promote healthy usage of the AI chatbot, has faced criticism for its limited effectiveness of safety features. The latest research from non-profit Common Sense Media revealed that the teen safety guardrails, including parental alerts for self-harm conversations, often fail. Despite OpenAI's claims that ChatGPT for Teens users were primarily engaged in learning activities, research found that the platform still poses an unacceptable risk for teens.

Even after the implementation of safety features, parental alerts for chats about suicidal ideation, self-harm, or disordered eating were rarely triggered. This lack of reliable alerts has raised concerns about the overall safety and effectiveness of OpenAI's teen-focused ChatGPT.