HealthReported
1.9
Illness anxiety patients overuse AI chatbots, fueling distrust of doctors
ClarínLO·1 day ago
The article critiques AI chatbots used for mental health support, arguing that text-based systems cannot fully address psychological healing. It highlights the growing adoption of such tools amid mental health service shortages, while noting the lack of evidence for long-term efficacy and potential risks. The piece underscores a regulatory and clinical gap as AI therapy becomes more mainstream.