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Teens Turn to AI Chatbots Amid Mental Health Crisis

8/30/2025

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  • Approximately 72% of American teens use AI chatbots for companionship and mental health support.
  • Reports indicate chatbots have given harmful advice, including self-harm and suicide methods.
  • High-profile lawsuits underscore tragic consequences, leading to demands for improved regulation and safety in AI use.
  • Experts caution that AI lacks human empathy and may worsen isolation for vulnerable youth.