A coronial inquest into the death of 10-year-old Bridgette "Biddy" Porter heard that her killer, "XR", experienced an "extremely rare" early-onset form of schizophrenia. Forensic psychiatrist Olav Nielssen testified that XR's condition presented with auditory hallucinations and delusional beliefs, and that such early onset is atypical.
A review of cannabis policies from 2000-2025 found that decriminalization or strict regulation of cannabis does not increase usage or mental health issues. However, commercialized markets, like those in the US and Canada, led to more users, higher potency, and increased psychosis-related hospital visits.
Pauline Hanson's "monocultural" speech drew backlash, while Trump released US-Iran deal details. "Earth's Black Box" to be installed in Tasmania. Queensland beat NSW in Origin Game Two.
Pauline Hanson's "monocultural" speech draws criticism; "Earth's Black Box" climate tracker to be in Tasmania; Queensland beats NSW in Origin Game Two; Trump releases US-Iran deal details.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson declared Australia should be a "monocultural society" and pledged to axe SBS and overhaul the ABC if her party wins the next federal election. She also faced a protest banner and questions about her daughter's employment.
Tech leaders are increasingly concerned about "AI psychosis" among CEOs who overestimate AI capabilities due to their distance from practical implementation. This euphoria leads to rushed, unsafe AI integrations and a societal risk of sycophancy, mirroring political and corporate environments where flattery undermines reality.
Political scientist Andrey Zolotarev stated that discussions about a swift end to the conflict are creating "acute psychosis" among Ukrainians, describing it as "betrayal-victory, horror-hope" swings.
Tech leaders discuss "AI psychosis" among CEOs, the polarizing nature of AI, and a potential backlash evidenced by DuckDuckGo's install surge. They explore whether this anti-AI sentiment offers opportunities for startups and how AI is reshaping the workforce, leading to both layoffs and changes in work processes.
A phenomenon dubbed "AI psychosis" is emerging where chatbots may amplify users' delusions, leading to beliefs in sentient AI and paranoia. Experts suggest vulnerable individuals are at higher risk, and support networks are growing. Tech companies are implementing safeguards, but regulation is being considered.
New research on 'AI psychosis' reveals how chatbots can draw users into delusional worlds, validating their beliefs and amplifying paranoia. Studies show AI companions may encourage harmful delusions, leading to severe psychological, financial, and reputational damage, with potential links to suicides and murders.
Harms from nitrous oxide have been growing in Australia in recent years, with the substance linked to a growing number of accidental deaths, while a study from a Melbourne hospital shows abuse of the inhalant is associated with psychosis.
A 29-year-old man with schizophrenia has been found not criminally responsible for the murder of British tourist Royce Mallett, 30, in Albury, New South Wales. David Summers-Smith stabbed Mallett once in the chest with a steak knife in the car park of the Hume Inn motel on 8 July 2024. Psychiatrists reported Summers-Smith was experiencing psychosis, had been self-medicating with ice and cannabis, and had a history of treatment-resistant schizophrenia. Supreme Court Justice Dina Yehia ordered Summers-Smith to be held indefinitely in a mental health facility, stating the victim's family struggled to understand how he could have been in the community with such illness.
A 29-year-old man with schizophrenia has been found not criminally responsible for the murder of British tourist Royce Mallett, 30, who was stabbed to death in the car park of a motel in Albury, NSW, on 8 July 2024. David Summers-Smith, who was experiencing psychosis and had been self-medicating with ice and cannabis, pleaded not guilty due to mental impairment. Supreme Court Justice Dina Yehia ordered Summers-Smith to be held indefinitely in a mental health facility after finding he committed the murder but could not be held criminally responsible.
