Concerns over AI chatbot mental health advice trends among teens

Concerns over AI chatbot mental health advice trends among teens

June 14, 2026 11:13 am EST.

AI chatbots continue to play a prominent role in the lives of many around the world, but concerns are on the rise for teens using it to seek mental health advice.

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