Some AI Mental Health Apps Are Risky — Here is What to Know

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1. What is one problem that some AI mental health apps can have?

   1. They always give perfect advice about feelings
   2. They can only be used by adults
   3. They sometimes miss warning signs when a kid is in crisis
   4. They are run by doctors

2. Why might an AI mental health app give unhelpful advice?

   1. AI understands every person's feelings perfectly
   2. AI can read your mind
   3. AI apps are not trained to handle serious emotional situations
   4. All AI apps are reviewed by therapists before use

3. What should you do if an AI app says something that makes you worried or uncomfortable?

   1. Ignore it and try a different app
   2. Post about it on social media
   3. Tell a trusted adult right away
   4. Keep using it because it's probably fine

4. Which of these is a real danger some AI mental health apps pose?

   1. They are always free to use
   2. They work without internet
   3. They can fix any mental health problem
   4. They might share your personal information with strangers

5. What is a sign that an AI mental health app might not be safe to use?

   1. It doesn't ask for your location
   2. It asks for your parent's email
   3. It asks for lots of personal information without explaining why
   4. It has a privacy policy

6. Which of these is a trusted source of help for big feelings?

   1. A social media influencer
   2. A school counselor
   3. An AI chatbot with no adult oversight
   4. A random website

7. What could happen if an AI app doesn't recognize warning signs of a crisis?

   1. It will delete your chat history
   2. It will automatically call your parents
   3. It might miss that you need help right away
   4. It might give you a reward

8. Why is it important to tell a trusted adult about big feelings?

   1. So they can take away your phone
   2. Because adults never understand
   3. Because real humans can help in ways AI cannot
   4. So they can fix everything instantly

9. For what kind of situation might an AI mental health app be somewhat helpful?

   1. For small, everyday feelings
   2. When a parent should not know
   3. When you need a diagnosis
   4. When you are thinking about hurting yourself

10. What is the 988 hotline?

    1. A textline for homework help
    2. A free mental health crisis line you can call or text
    3. A social media app for teens
    4. A website for playing games

11. Why can some AI mental health apps be harmful for teens?

    1. Because they are illegal
    2. Because they require a doctor's prescription
    3. Because they may give dangerous or bad advice
    4. Because they are always too expensive

12. What should a safe mental health app do?

    1. Ask a parent before collecting data
    2. Work without any rules
    3. Never ask for any personal information
    4. Hide its privacy policy

13. What is an example of bad advice an AI mental health app might give?

    1. Try deep breathing exercises
    2. Just stop feeling that way
    3. Tell a trusted adult how you feel
    4. Talk to a school counselor

14. Who should know if you are using a mental health app?

    1. Only your teacher
    2. Your parents or guardians
    3. Only your friends
    4. No one needs to know

15. What makes a trusted adult different from an AI app when it comes to big feelings?

    1. Trusted adults cannot be reached at night
    2. Trusted adults never care
    3. Trusted adults are always busy
    4. Trusted adults can understand context and emotions in a deeper way