Helpful for whom? Rethinking youth preference for AI in mental health advice - Takeaways - MDSpire

Helpful for whom? Rethinking youth preference for AI in mental health advice

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  • Mark Justine N. Revano

  • Randy A. Tudy

  • July 8, 2026

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    Young people rated ChatGPT's mental health responses as more relevant than those from health professionals.

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    The findings highlight the need for caution in generalizing youth experiences, as they vary by context and vulnerability.

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    In the Philippines, unmet mental health needs and limited access contribute to the perceived helpfulness of AI responses.

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    ChatGPT may serve better as an explainer rather than an adviser, emphasizing clarity over therapeutic superiority.

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    Future research should explore which youth find AI advice helpful and the conditions influencing their preferences.

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