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We Need to Know More About How AI is Affecting Mental Health

By Alexis Dufresne Published June 29, 2026 at 03:12 UTC

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NEW: Many people are turning to AI bots for therapeutic help, and may very well risk worsening their mental health. We cannot leave AI companies alone to address these risks. IPS scholar @millsrodrigo.bsky.social in @te…
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Tech Policy Press @techpolicypress.bsky.social: Millions are using chatbots regularly—including for mental health help. But the public, clinicians, and policymakers still know little about… →

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