Chatbots Pose Risks for Youth Mental Health

A recent study indicates that children and adolescents who use AI-supported chatbots for emotional support are more likely to experience elevated levels of severe psychological issues. The study found that over 21% of students in Ontario use artificial intelligence to seek emotional support, and those who do are roughly twice as likely to exhibit mental health symptoms requiring intervention. Experts emphasized that over-reliance on these chatbots contradicts traditional mental health support models, posing risks such as feelings of loneliness and underappreciation. Additionally, there is a lack of protective measures and clinical follow-up procedures, making this usage particularly concerning among groups most vulnerable to mental health problems.

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