More people are turning to AI for mental health help. Is that safe?

More people are turning to AI for mental health help. Is that safe?

From Cincinnati Edition by Cincinnati Public Radio

May 7, 2026 · 21 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the increasing reliance on AI for mental health support among U.S. adults and the implications of this trend.

A new poll finds 1 in 6 U.S. adults are turning to AI for mental health information and advice.

Topics covered

  • mental health
  • artificial intelligence
  • polling
  • advice
  • safety

Keywords

  • AI
  • mental health
  • poll
  • advice
  • safety

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cincinnati Public Radio

Products: AI

Places: U.S.

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