US EditionMillions turn to ChatGPT as therapy alternative, raising concerns among experts
- Millions of people are increasingly using ChatGPT as a therapy alternative amid long NHS wait times and costly private counseling in the U.K. and U.S.
- This trend stems from over 16,500 people waiting 18 months for mental health services and the high cost of private counseling around £400, prompting users to seek accessible, affordable support.
- Users like @christinazozulya praise ChatGPT for easing anxiety by providing immediate relief through personalized prompts, while experts note chatbots synthesize information but lack empathy and cannot replace therapists.
- Mental health officials warn AI chatbots lack suicide prevention training, helplines, and industry standards, with Dr. Moutier highlighting ‘‘critical gaps’’ in AI’s impact research on suicide risk and mental health.
- The rise of AI therapy tools suggests growing reliance on technology for mental health support, but professionals caution it may risk users in crisis missing tailored care from licensed providers.
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