- People increasingly use commercial LLMs for emotional support, raising questions about their role in mental health care.
- Experts warn of safety concerns including inaccurate advice, privacy risks, and potential harm without clinical oversight.
- Research gaps remain; coordinated studies, regulation, and clear protocols are needed to assess benefits and guide safe deployment.
J Med Internet Res. 2026 Jun 30;28:e105105. doi: 10.2196/105105.
ABSTRACT
People are increasingly turning to commercially available large language models (LLMs) for emotional support. In this News and Perspectives article, JMIR Correspondent Simon Spichak reports on the role of LLMs in mental health, speaking with experts about safety concerns, research gaps, and next steps.
PMID:42383323 | DOI:10.2196/105105
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