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States grapple with AI therapy app regulations in response to rising mental health demands
Navigating AI in Mental Health: The State of Regulation
In an evolving digital landscape, state-level regulations are emerging as some governments attempt to regulate AI...
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Missouri Schools Implement AI Technology for Suicide Prevention Efforts
In Neosho, Missouri, school counselor Tracy Clements witnessed rising student suicides and sought solutions, ultimately founding a mental health task force. Initially skeptical of...
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Illinois Enacts WOPR Act 2025: Prohibits AI Therapy Tools from Functioning as Licensed Professionals
In 2025, Illinois implemented the WOPR Act (Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources) to regulate AI in mental health, spurred by the tragic suicide...
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Regulators Grapple with the Rapid Pace of AI Innovation
As reliance on AI for mental health support grows, states are regulating AI "therapy" apps amid insufficient federal oversight. Recent state laws, including bans...
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Regulators Face Challenges in Navigating the Rapidly Evolving World of AI Therapy Apps
As demand for AI mental health apps rises, states are enacting regulations amidst a lack of comprehensive federal oversight. New laws from states like...
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A Startup Harnesses AI to Create a Trip-Free Psychedelic Experience
Unlocking the Future of Mental Health: Mindstate Design Labs
In the realm of mental health, psychedelic drugs show promise, yet traditional treatments can be daunting....
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Early Access Waitlist Now Open for Innovative AI-Driven Video Therapy App
Therappai has launched an early access waitlist for its groundbreaking AI-powered video therapy app, set to fully launch in November 2025. The app aims...
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AI Psychosis: More Misunderstood Than Misguided
Navigating the Rise of "AI Psychosis": A Growing Concern
A concerning trend is emerging within psychiatric hospitals: "AI psychosis." Patients are arriving with dangerous beliefs...