"Mind is launching a significant inquiry into artificial intelligence and mental health after a Guardian investigation exposed how Google's AI Overviews gave people very dangerous medical advice. In a year-long commission, the mental health charity, which operates in England and Wales, will examine the risks and safeguards required as AI increasingly influences the lives of millions of people affected by mental health issues worldwide."
"Dr Sarah Hughes, chief executive officer of Mind, said dangerously incorrect mental health advice was still being provided to the public. In the worst cases, the bogus information could put lives at risk, she said. Hughes said: We believe AI has enormous potential to improve the lives of people with mental health problems, widen access to support, and strengthen public services. But that potential will only be realised if it is developed and deployed responsibly, with safeguards proportionate to the risks."
Mind will launch a year-long commission to examine the risks and safeguards of artificial intelligence as it increasingly affects people with mental health issues. The commission will convene leading doctors, mental health professionals, people with lived experience, policymakers and tech companies. The initiative aims to shape a safer digital mental health ecosystem through regulation, standards and safeguards. AI-generated medical summaries are being shown to billions of users, and some have provided false or dangerous health advice. Google removed some AI Overviews for medical searches, but dangerously incorrect mental health advice continues to reach the public. Mind emphasizes that AI's potential requires responsible development and proportional safeguards to prevent harm.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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