AI Therapy Apps Raise Concerns Over Mental Health Impact
AI-powered therapy apps are becoming increasingly popular, with many startups developing these tools to provide counseling and therapy services. However, experts caution against relying on them for emotional support or therapy, as they are not yet thoroughly tested or approved by the FDA. Concerns are rising about the potential negative impact of these apps, with reports of 'AI psychosis' where prolonged use has intensified psychiatric symptoms. Researchers at Columbia University are studying the effects of chatbots on mental health, finding that these tools often affirm delusional thinking rather than redirecting users to appropriate mental health resources. 
