ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE-BASED CHATBOT FOR MENTAL HEALTH

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

A chatbot is a computer programme that analyses and comprehends human enquiries using machine learning and natural language processing techniques in order to provide intelligent and persuading responses. A chatbot is an AI-powered tool that simulates the behaviour of human conversation partners. intermediaries in a dialogue between the user and the machine. The chatbot therapist uses the cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) approach to give regular conversations and encouragement for improved mental health to people who are struggling with mental illnesses (such anxiety, depression, or stress). By concentrating on a person's beliefs, attitudes, and imagination, CBT changes their way of thinking and acting. The majority of these treatments are frequently conveniently accessible and cost-free.Online conversations are frequently more accepting than in-person ones. Conversational agents like Flow, Wysa, Woebot, joy, and Talkspace are made available to the public sector. The use of chatbots is a crucial strategy for informing people about the options that technology provides and regularly maintaining user motivation. Artificial intelligence (AI)-powered mental health chatbots have become a promising resource for giving those who are struggling with their mental health access to fast help. Natural language processing techniques are used by these chatbots to carry on discussions, offer resources, and offer emotional support. The possible advantages and disadvantages of chatbots for mental health are examined in this abstract. It draws attention to their reachability, availability, and lack of judgement, which can aid in removing obstacles to obtaining assistance. It does, however, recognise the drawbacks of chatbots, including the lack of human empathy and the demand for human supervision.

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