OpenAI is introducing a feature that allows ChatGPT users to designate a trusted contact who can be alerted if the user experiences a mental health crisis or engages in conversations concerning self-harm while using the platform. This feature is intended to provide support and safety for users during potentially vulnerable moments. The specifics of how the feature works and when alerts are sent are not entirely clear, but multiple outlets report that users can now choose a trusted contact to receive alerts in critical situations.