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In this 14-minute TED talk, psychologist Alison Darcy discusses the development of Woebot, an AI mental health chatbot designed to provide support during difficult moments when human help isn't available. During her conversation with author and podcaster Kelly Corrigan, explore the potential of AI in mental health care and the ethical considerations that should guide the development of psychological AI systems. Discover how technology might serve as a complementary resource for mental health support, particularly during late-night moments of distress or panic. Learn about the vision behind creating accessible mental health tools and what users should expect and demand from ethically designed AI systems in the psychological space. Recorded at TED2025 on April 10, 2025, this talk examines the intersection of technology and mental health care in addressing real-life challenges.
