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AI and Mental Health in Youth | Concord News
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- Sep 17, 2026
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Summary
One in five young people are now turning to AI chatbots for mental health advice — a worrying trend as experts warn these tools, though sounding human, lack real empathy and may even push vulnerable users further away from help. But not all AI is the same: researchers at Dartmouth are building specialized bots like TheraBot, grounded in proven therapy methods, showing real promise in reducing anxiety and depression. The future of mental health tech is messy — but moving toward smarter, safer solutions. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.wmur.com/article/ai-youth-mental-health-91626/73749036 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7445d277aaa39531 Report issues to [email protected].