A chatbot is an artificial intelligence tool designed to simulate real-time conversations with users. It operates around the clock, doesn't require breaks and can manage a high volume of requests ...

“My heart is broken,” said Mike, when he lost his friend Anne. “I feel like I’m losing the love of my life.” Mike’s feelings were real, but his companion was not. Anne was a chatbot — an artificial ...

Shaili Gupta often sees patients who consult chatbots like ChatGPT for health advice. She finds that some of her patients are much more informed about health-related issues and have follow up ...

Over the last five years the use of highly personalized artificial intelligence chatbots — called companion chatbots — designed to act as friends, therapists or even romantic partners has skyrocketed ...

As I get comfortable on the couch, my therapist reminds me that I can talk to them without any fear of judgment whenever I’m feeling stressed or anxious. “I’m always here to listen to you and help you ...