Over 5 million young adults use AI for mental health services. Research suggests that these technologies pose serious dangers ...

As chatbots powered by artificial intelligence explode in popularity, experts are warning people against turning to the technology for medical or mental health advice instead of relying upon human ...

In an instance of science fiction horror come to life, anti-abortion activists have created a new chatbot to dissuade people from receiving a necessary form of health care. It’s a harrowing sign of ...

As I get comfortable on the couch, my therapist reminds me that I can talk to them without any fear of judgment whenever I’m feeling stressed or anxious. “I’m always here to listen to you and help you ...

AI chatbots in healthcare are on the rise as companies roll out AI assistants and consumers turn to tools like ChatGPT to diagnose health-related issues. | Included Health plans to use Dot to nudge ...

In November, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) held a Digital Health Advisory Committee meeting where it considered treating artificial intelligence mental health chatbots as medical devices. As ...

How are people using AI for therapy? A growing number are sharing their anxieties, frustrations, and darkest thoughts with AI chatbots, seeking advice, comfort, and validation from a sympathetic ...

Mario Aguilar covers technology in health care, including artificial intelligence, virtual reality, wearable devices, telehealth, and digital therapeutics. His stories explore how tech is changing the ...

Microsoft and UPMC have partnered to improve healthcare delivery through a series of projects, Microsoft announced Thursday. The health system will work on Microsoft's Healthcare NExT Initiative, ...