Experts say chatbots can support learning and creativity, but relying on them for emotional support or advice can pose risks ...

A new study published in Psychiatry Research suggests that while large language models are capable of identifying psychiatric ...

Hawaiʻi lawmakers are considering legislation that would protect children from artificial intelligence companion chatbots.

Congress hears alarming testimony about AI chatbots harming children's mental health, with experts warning of serious ...

Simona Gandrabur, head of Mila’s AI Safety Studio, told BetaKit on Wednesday that when she joined the research institute over ...

Regular use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) was associated with greater levels of depressive symptoms, a survey ...

They’re always there to talk but should AI chatbots be trusted with mental health support? Consumer Investigator Caresse Jackman talks to lawmakers who are weighing new guardrails, as concerns grow ...

Parents and caregivers of children under 5—including their teachers—should steer clear of popular interactive toys powered by artificial intelligence, according to a report released Jan. 22 by Common ...

A state senator said a parent recently told his office about her 12-year-old daughter’s interactions with an artificial ...

If you've turned to ChatGPT or other artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to discuss personal matters or just to make conversation, you're not the only one.Over one in 10 Singapore residents use AI ...

A report last year from Common Sense Media found that about 72% of teens have used an AI companion, akin to an automated ...

Mark Cuban explained why he's bullish about AI, even though chatbots can be "stupid" and don't always give accurate, timely information.