Northeastern study links AI chatbots to psychological harm
A Northeastern University study finds that AI chatbots may be linked to psychological harm. The other article discusses the impact on young people's mental health.
Who is affected and how
- parent
- Parents should watch for mental health risks of chatbot use in their children.
- school leader
- Student welfare services also need to address the risks of AI chatbots.
Sources
- AI chatbots linked to psychological harm, Northeastern study findsnews.northeastern.edu · Sep 28, 2026
- Mental Health Matters: How AI is impacting youth mental health | Local - Behavioral Healthcare Networkbhnet.org · Sep 28, 2026
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