Suicide Pact, Companion, or Farewell Role

Description

AI is treated as a witness, partner, final confidant, or posthumous message assistant.

Rationale

Treating AI as a final companion, witness, or farewell partner reflects a person who has mentally rehearsed or committed to a plan and is now managing its logistics and meaning. This is a high-urgency indicator. The AI's response to this role — whether it participates or redirects — has direct bearing on outcomes and on any subsequent review of the interaction.

Evidence Base

• Inside a Mass Shooter’s Harrowing History With ChatGPT

  Mark Follman, 2024. Inside a Mass Shooter’s Harrowing History With ChatGPT. Mother Jones.

  News / journalism