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The creator of an AI therapy app shut it down after deciding it’s too dangerous. Here's why he thinks AI chatbots aren’t safe for mental health


Joe Braidwood started Yara AI to democratize access to mental health services. But he grew increasingly concerned about AI technology's suitability for vulnerable people coping with issues more serious than everyday stress or sleep troubles.

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