The DIY therapy: When mental health advice comes from AI
Online symptom checkers and social media are leading many to self-diagnose mental health conditions, often bypassing professional help. This trend, fueled by accessible yet often inaccurate content, risks misdiagnosis, inappropriate self-treatment, and delayed care, especially in regions with limited mental healthcare access. Experts urge caution, emphasizing the complexity of clinical diagnosis.
Online symptom checkers and social media are leading many to self-diagnose mental health conditions, often bypassing professional help. This trend, fueled by accessible yet often inaccurate content, risks misdiagnosis, inappropriate self-treatment, and delayed care, especially in regions with limited mental healthcare access. Experts urge caution, emphasizing the complexity of clinical diagnosis.
