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Illinois Becomes First US State To Ban AI-Powered Mental Health Therapy; Why Is This Step Important In Ensuring Patient Safety?

Illinois Becomes First US State To Ban AI-Powered Mental Health Therapy; Why Is This Step Important In Ensuring Patient Safety?

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Ishita Roy

Updated Aug 13, 2025 | 11:14 AM IST
SummaryIllinois has banned AI in mental health therapy, prohibiting licensed therapists from using it for treatment or communication, and barring companies from offering AI-powered therapy without professional oversight. The move follows troubling cases of chatbots giving harmful advice, raising safety concerns despite studies showing AI’s potential for empathetic responses.

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