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A transdiagnostic model for how general purpose AI chatbots can perpetuate OCD and anxiety disorders

Ashleigh Golden et al · Nature Portfolio · 2026

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Ashleigh Golden et al
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Nature Portfolio
Year
2026
ISSN
2398-6352
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2398-6352
Language
English

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Abstract Millions are turning to general-purpose AI chatbots for psychological support, potentially reinforcing symptoms such as intolerance of uncertainty, “need to know” compulsions, and perfectionism. Clinical observation and emerging research suggest chatbot features exacerbate transdiagnostic avoidance—a process integral to OCD and anxiety—perpetuating maladaptive cycles and hindering corrective learning. We propose a framework in which avoidance is reinforced through repeated chatbot interactions, and outline strategies for clinicians, users, developers, and policymakers to support healthier engagement.

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al, A. G. E. (2026). A transdiagnostic model for how general purpose AI chatbots can perpetuate OCD and anxiety disorders. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41746-026-02531-7

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al, Ashleigh Golden et. "A transdiagnostic model for how general purpose AI chatbots can perpetuate OCD and anxiety disorders." 2026. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41746-026-02531-7.

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al, Ashleigh Golden et. 2026. "A transdiagnostic model for how general purpose AI chatbots can perpetuate OCD and anxiety disorders.". https://doi.org/10.1038/s41746-026-02531-7.

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al, A. G. E. 2026, A transdiagnostic model for how general purpose AI chatbots can perpetuate OCD and anxiety disorders, Nature Portfolio, available at: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41746-026-02531-7 [Accessed 9 Aug. 2026].

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Title
A transdiagnostic model for how general purpose AI chatbots can perpetuate OCD and anxiety disorders
Author / contributors
Ashleigh Golden et al
Publisher
Nature Portfolio
Publication year
2026
ISSN
2398-6352
ISSN
2398-6352
Language
English
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