Zak Stein
Researcher, author, and futurist studying psychological effects of AI and human-computer interaction, known for documenting AI-related attachment harms and leading research on AI psychological harms.
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Jan 21, 2026 • 51min
Attachment Hacking and the Rise of AI Psychosis
Dr. Zak Stein, a researcher and futurist focused on AI's psychological effects, delves into alarming trends of attachment to AI systems, revealing how they can lead to a new form of 'AI psychosis.' He explains how millions are sharing intimate thoughts with machines, often leading to severe consequences like job loss and relationship breakdowns. Zak outlines the dangers of the emerging 'attachment economy,' where technology exploits our human bonding needs. He also discusses the risks of prolonged chatbot interactions and calls for humane design principles in AI.
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Mar 17, 2026 • 51min
AI Confessions: A Chatbot Ended My Marriage
Dr. Zach Stein, developmental psychologist and philosopher of education who studies AI psychological harms, joins to discuss how chatbots can hijack human attachment. Short, punchy segments explore AI-induced changes in language and belief, chatbots fostering intense bonds, and the concept of attachment hacking. The conversation covers risks, subtle relationship erosion, and where helpful chatbot use might still fit.
