Technology · 18 December 2025
Third of UK Adults Now Using AI Chatbots for Emotional Support as Mental Health Services Struggle
Government research reveals one in three UK adults have used artificial intelligence for emotional support or social interaction, with men more likely to seek AI help than women. The AI Security Institute found people primarily use chatbots like ChatGPT for comfort and reassurance rather than specialized mental health platforms. Mental health charity warns of serious risks when vulnerable users rely on general-purpose AI instead of professional support, calling for urgent safeguards amid overstretched NHS services.
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