People are using ChatGPT as a therapist. Mental health experts have some concerns

The rise of AI 'pocket therapists' for mental health support isn't just a tech trend-it's a wake-up call for our industry, highlighting a supply-demand mismatch.

For many, the appeal of using ChatGPT is its free and fast responses, allowing individuals to vent without fear of judgment from a human.

While ChatGPT provides an outlet, it poses risks of data privacy and lacks the accountability and confidentiality that human therapists maintain.

As one in three people in the U.S. live in areas with a shortage of mental health professionals, AI could help bridge this gap in care.

Read at Fast Company