New research suggests AI's tendency to validate users may encourage people to seek personal and mental health advice from chatbots rather than friends and family.

People are using ordinary AI chatbots to get mental health advice, which can be lousy guidance. You can double-check by using purpose-built AI. An AI Insider scoop.

Nearly 43 percent of adolescents said they used artificial intelligence monthly for advice. Researchers also found that many do not tell anyone they’re consulting AI