Of the 54% who reported using AI for social and personal reasons, 33% asked about physical health, 33% asked for advice about what to do in a particular situation, and 20% asked AI for advice about their mental health and wellbeing

Survey researcher says popularity may help fill gap between rising national problem, shortage of clinicians — provided counsel is sound.

Navigating personal problems are a normal part of growing up. Young people are now turning to AI for help.