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Artificial Intelligence as a Mental Health Support Tool, Not a Therapist: Implications for Young People, Families and Schools

2026-08-03

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<p>Conversational artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming part of how young people respond to emotional distress. This research commentary examines why young people may turn to AI chatbots for mental health support, the potential benefits and risks, and how families, schools and communities can respond. Immediate access, perceived privacy and discomfort discussing emotional difficulties may help expl...

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Literature Corpus work: ac710f7d-964b-5916-8b2b-0c8c68dbb629
DOI: 10.31234/osf.io/mer3s_v1

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