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Use of Generative AI for Mental Health Advice Among US Adolescents and Young Adults

JAMA Network Open 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.42281

November 07, 2025 at 11:00 AM EST

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This cross-sectional study surveyed US adolescents and young adults on their use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) for mental health advice, including frequency and perceived helpfulness.

Corresponding Author: Jonathan Cantor, PhD, RAND, 1776 Main St, m4246, Santa Monica, CA 90401 (jcantor@rand.org).

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