As AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude become everyday tools, more people are turning to them not just for work or education, but for companionship, emotional support and mental health advice. To help doctors navigate this rapidly changing landscape, researchers have introduced a practical guide called the AWARE framework, published by JMIR Publications in the journal JMIR Medical Education.
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New AWARE Framework Guides Psychiatrists on Assessing Patients' Use of AI Chatbots
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October 1, 2026
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Researchers have developed the AWARE framework to assist psychiatrists in assessing patients' use of AI chatbots for emotional support and mental health advice. This development is significant as AI tools become more integrated into daily life, potentially impacting mental health practices in Iran. Understanding AI's role in mental health could help address growing mental health issues in the country.
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