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July 27, 2025International Health Trends and PerspectivesOpen Access

The rise of AI “therapists” and “companions”: A brave new world for human health or the latest tech bait?

Mónica Silveira-Maia Paula Santos

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AI therapists and companions may improve mental health support, but concerns about reliance on technology persist.
The emergence of AI companions presents unique opportunities for enhancing human health, particularly in therapy contexts.
Discussion around AI in health emphasizes ethical considerations, underscoring the need for responsible integration.
Technological advancements in AI are reshaping the landscape of human health, calling for further evaluation of benefits versus drawbacks.

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Analysis of the role of AI therapists and companions in health care, suggesting potential benefits and risks.

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Silveira-Maia et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c19fa854b1d3bfb60db847 https://doi.org/10.32920/ihtp.v5i2.2660

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