openai launched a major update of the gpt-5 instant model for chatgpt users this saturday. this version significantly improves the ability to identify and respond to users' mental distress. according to the official announcement, under the guidance of mental health experts, the system can now respond more accurately and compassionately to potential psychological or emotional issues while maintaining consistent rationality and calmness. this improvement directly addresses users' criticism of the lack of emotional warmth in the gpt-4 era and represents a significant advance in the humanization of ai conversation systems.
technically, the new model not only actively identifies emotional signals but also incorporates crisis intervention mechanisms. when detecting that a user is experiencing severe mental distress, the system proactively guides them to seek professional support resources while maintaining a natural and smooth conversation experience. notably, when users select the gpt-5 auto or non-inference mode, the system automatically switches to the instant version to ensure faster responses. openai emphasizes that all conversation models currently in use are clearly displayed to ensure transparency.
this update reflects the deep penetration of ai technology into the field of emotional computing. bleeping computer reports that the improved balance between empathy and professionalism may redefine the boundaries of human-computer interaction. as the update gradually reaches users worldwide, gpt-5 instant may establish new standards for ai psychological support services and further stimulate discussions on the ethics of technology.
