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If an AI says something scary, weird, or wrong, stop and tell a grown-up.
If an AI says something scary, weird, or wrong, stop and tell a grown-up.
Decide which grown-up you would tell if a chatbot said something strange. Tell them you picked them.
Your body is good at warning you when something feels wrong — a tingly feeling, a sick stomach, a voice in your head saying 'wait.' When you get that feeling while using an AI, that is important information. It does not mean you did something wrong. It means something in the conversation is making you uncomfortable, and you should stop.
When in doubt, close it out. You can always come back later or try a different tool. Getting support from a trusted grown-up is not an overreaction — it is smart. Adults want to know when AI says something unexpected, and they will not blame you for it.
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What should you do if an AI chatbot says something that makes you feel scared or uncomfortable?
Why does paying attention to a 'weird feeling in your tummy' while using AI matter?
A chatbot tells you a really disturbing story out of nowhere. What should you do?
If something an AI says feels 'off' to you, that feeling means:
When is it okay to close an AI chat tab?
Which grown-up should you tell if an AI says something strange or scary?
Why might an AI say something scary or weird?
You want to tell a grown-up about something weird an AI said, but they are busy. You should:
Closing the chat tab is always okay because:
If an AI gives you an answer that sounds clearly wrong, what is the safe thing to do?
Why is it important to tell a grown-up instead of just moving on from something scary an AI said?
If something feels off in an AI conversation, the signs might include:
What might happen if you never tell a grown-up when AI says something concerning?
An 'instinct' is:
The core safety message about AI and uncomfortable feelings is: