New Test Reveals If AI Chatbots Can Handle Your Mental Health Crisis
AI could be your first responder in a crisis—but can it really help?
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- A new test called DistressBench shows that AI chatbots often miss signs of mental health crises and can give bad advice.
- The study tested popular AI models and found their responses to crises like anxiety and depression vary widely in quality.
- Experts say AI should not replace human therapists, but with better training, it could become a safe first line of support.
Why It Matters
If you rely on AI for emotional support, this study warns it may not be safe or effective in serious crises.