EP 14: HOT TAKES on New AI Mental Health Chatbot for GenZ and The Power of Mental Health Recovery Stories Nick and Todd are back with more mental health news, ready to dissect the headlines and spark your critical thinking.  Nick is ready to talk more about the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in therapy: A new bandana-wearing panda AI chatbot named Earkick brings basic mental health services and coping strategies to GenZ. Nick and Todd explore the pros and cons while speculating on what could possibly go wrong. Todd shares the positive impacts of sharing mental health recovery stories. Groundbreaking new research shows that personal stories of triumph over mental health challenges are effective at helping others with a similar experience. Todd and Nick break down the benefits of sharing and hearing other's success stories.  Prepare for passionate arguments, diverse perspectives, and a deeper understanding of the complex world of mental health. Get ready to engage your mind and challenge your assumptions on Mental Health Headlines Hot Takes with Nick and Todd. Sources: https://apnews.com/article/chatbots-mental-health-therapy-counseling-ai-73feb819ff52a51d53fee117c3207219 https://www.positive.news/society/study-proves-power-mental-health-recovery-stories/ https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/creator-network-mental-health-obsessive-compulsive-disorder-1.7147170 About the Show Mental Health Headlines Hot Takes is your go-to podcast for thought-provoking discussions on the latest news and developments shaping the world of mental health. Tune in every episode to join Nick and Todd as they debate and dissect the issues that matter most. We’re glad you’re here.  Follow Nick:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthompson513/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eyes-wide-open-with-nick-thompson/id1640110814 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eyeswideopencontent Follow Todd:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bunnyhugspodcast/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/bunny-hugs-and-mental-health/id1560055327YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bunnyhugsandmentalhealth Follow this other great Canadian podcast Hard Knox Talks https://linktr.ee/hardknoxtalks