Study claims mental-health help from AI chatbots ‘dangerous’ for teens: What Google, OpenAI, Meta and other AI companies said
New research reveals AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini pose serious risks to teens seeking mental health support. These platforms frequently miss critical warning signs for conditions like self-harm and eating disorders, offering general advice instead of directing vulnerable youth to professional help. This is particularly concerning given teenagers' developing brains and critical thinking skills.
New research reveals AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini pose serious risks to teens seeking mental health support. These platforms frequently miss critical warning signs for conditions like self-harm and eating disorders, offering general advice instead of directing vulnerable youth to professional help. This is particularly concerning given teenagers' developing brains and critical thinking skills.
