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More than a third of psychologists report they have patients turning to artificial intelligence to act as an additional mental health professional.
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According to the APA's 2026 Chatbots and Mental Health Survey, more than one-third of psychologists report that their patients use artificial intelligence as an additional mental health professional.
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- APA’s 2026 Chatbots and Mental Health Survey
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{ "year": 2026, "survey_name": "2026 Chatbots and Mental Health Survey", "organization": "American Psychological Association (APA)" } - Subject Tags
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- September 25, 2026 at 1:26 AM (2 weeks ago)
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- September 25, 2026 at 1:26 AM (2 weeks ago)
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https://apa.org/pubs/reports/chatbots-mental-health-2026
A 2026 survey by the American Psychological Association (APA) reveals that over a third of psychologists report patients using AI as an additional mental health professional. The survey highlights both the growing reliance on AI for mental health support and significant concerns among psychologists regarding its safety and effectiveness.
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