
#2681Medicine & HealthFront Page16 December 2025
Beyond the Hype: Do AI Mental Health Chatbots Actually Work?
A new meta-analysis examines the shift from rule-based to generative AI in mental healthcare. The findings suggest moderate effectiveness in reducing depression and anxiety, particularly when the AI focuses on social interaction rather than specific tasks.
By Zhang, Zhang, Xiong, Sui, Tong, Lin