Emerging Research Reveals Psychosocial Twists About AI Chatbots and Human Minds

New research suggests AI chatbots can shape thoughts, behavior, and mental health in both helpful and harmful ways.

The findings on generative AI and large language models include some expected effects, but also surprising ones.

Use of tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok for mental health guidance is growing, raising safety concerns.

Researchers warn that unsafe or inappropriate advice could worsen distress, delusions, or self-harm risks.

The study underscores the need for stronger safeguards and careful oversight as AI becomes a more common source of support.