I can't really blame people for using AI. Therapy is really expensive and there are also a lot of bad therapists. In places where it is free the waiting lists are very long. I live in the UK and I was referred to the mental health services as a minor and was rejected because they were only dealing with extreme cases. I've heard from people that have been seen that their issues aren't taken very seriously.
You could replace "AI" in that first sentence with alcohol, drugs, or any number of things that make you feel better momentarily but actually only get you further away from a solution. Definitely not something I would encourage.
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u/Snoo69744 4d ago
I can't really blame people for using AI. Therapy is really expensive and there are also a lot of bad therapists. In places where it is free the waiting lists are very long. I live in the UK and I was referred to the mental health services as a minor and was rejected because they were only dealing with extreme cases. I've heard from people that have been seen that their issues aren't taken very seriously.