AI extinction fears spur island-escape fantasies
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BBC reports how fears that AI could wipe out humanity heighten anxiety in people, including Cardiff campaigner James Downs, who even contemplates living on an island with no technology. The piece covers how such headlines amplify worries about climate, finances, and safety, with therapists noting AI news can intensify stress. Experts advise limiting alarmist content, curating feeds, talking with trusted friends or clinicians, and seeking help if anxiety disrupts daily life, while noting calls for stronger regulation and safety assurances from AI leaders.
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