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University study compares human vs AI therapists

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Students at Macquarie University are conducting a research study to compare human therapists with AI therapy chatbots. Participants aged 18 and older can complete a 20-minute survey covering demographics, therapy preferences, social anxiety, neurodivergence, and mental health self-stigma. Those who finish the survey will be entered into a draw to win one of four $100 gift vouchers. AI

IMPACT This study could inform the development and adoption of AI in mental health services.

RANK_REASON Academic research study comparing AI and human therapy. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.7]

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  1. r/OpenAI TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/bbyyoda020 ·

    Research Study: Investigating Preferences for Psychological Support: Human Versus AI Therapist (18+)

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Hey everyone,</p> <p>Psychology honours students at Macquarie University are investigating preferences for human therapists compared to AI therapy chatbots. Upon completion of the survey, you will go in the draw to win 1 of 4 $100 Giftpay E-vouch…

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