Urgent considerations for suicide prevention in the safe and ethical use of artificial intelligence
Abstract
Key points The use of conversational generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems, or chatbots, is on the rise, particularly among youth. In a recent US-based survey, 72% of 1060 youth aged 13 to 17 years reported using an AI companion, and 52% indicated regular use.[1][1] Recent data released by
Fields of Study & Subjects
Digital Mental Health Interventions
Mental Health via Writing
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Education
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Canadian Medical Association Journal
- Publisher
- CMA Impact Inc.
- Volume
- 198
- Issue
- 15
- Pages
- E599–E601
- Publication date
- 19 April 2026
- Language
- EN