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Young people in China are turning to AI chatbots like DeepSeek and Doubao for therapy to save time and money, while avoiding stigma around mental health

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In China, artificial intelligence is a new form of psychological support. On Xiaohongshu, the stories of young netizens telling about their exchanges with chatbots like DeepSeek are counted by millions. These users explain how to find a benevolent and free listening, often perceived as more accessible than traditional therapy. Actors such as DeepSeek, ByteDance (with ... Read more DeepSeek, Doubao, PsychoSnail, Artificial Intelligence for Mental…

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Techmeme broke the news in California, United States on Sunday, October 12, 2025.
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