Why first-generation mental health apps cannot ignore next-gen AI chatbots Digital mental health pioneers say the benefits will have to outweigh safety and regulatory risks

https://www.statnews.com/2025/12/01/ai-chatbot-headspace-talkspace-lyra-sondermind-digital-mental-health/ Digital health firms like Talkspace, Lyra, SonderMind, and Headspace consider integrating AI chatbot features as questions of safety and regulation loom.