delusion
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Finally, the two states can no longer coexist, and she retreats permanently into delusion, murmuring “Whoever you are” to the doctor escorting her off to an asylum.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026
"Any delusion of full decoupling isn't realistic on any near-term horizon", she told AFP.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
Weeks after he charged into the street at night, Adam started to read stories in the media about people who had similar experiences with AI and slowly emerged from his delusion.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
It unofficially formed in a Reddit chatroom last June for users who’ve experienced “spiraling” from A.I. delusion themselves or who’ve tried to help friends and family out.
From Slate • Feb. 2, 2026
“First, my grandson’s operating under the delusion that he won’t be coming with you on the next journey.”
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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