Would you talk to an AI about your fears, doubts or mental struggles?
More and more people are turning to generative AI to share their inner world - seeking understanding, advice or simply 'someone' who listens. Simultaneously, these tools raise serious concerns about safety, reliability, and the erosion of real human connection. This presentation explores MIND's new research on to what extent and why people with lived experience use generative AI to talk about their mental health issues, and what this reveals about the balance between opportunity and risk.