• white_nrdy@programming.dev
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    7 days ago

    then this is one of those things we should probably accept

    I agree that we should accept this. We should accept that these people need mental health help. I dont think anyone can argue that this is a healthy thing, having a “relationship” with an LLM in general, I mean. That includes people in “romantic relationships” with one.

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      7 days ago

      Oh I don’t think it’s healthy at all. On the other hand, loneliness isn’t healthy either. A lot of the people who seem to fall for this sort of stuff, seem to have mental health issues that keep them from connecting with others. So I don’t think this is any worse.

      I find it strange, but live and let live is my motto.

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        7 days ago

        I wanna be clear I’m not suggesting we ostracize people who do this or anything. However, I think it is important that it is communicated that this is not healthy behavior and people who experience it, should be encouraged to seek mental health help.