One in five American adolescents seek mental health guidance from AI chatbots

One in five American adolescents are now using AI chatbots for mental health guidance, a significant increase from the previous year. This trend shows a more than 40 percent rise, with nearly half of teens using AI platforms monthly. Many users do not disclose their AI consultations to anyone. The study highlights concerns about the impact of AI on developing minds and the need for guidance on its use, especially as teen mental health issues are at crisis levels.