With long waiting lists and a reduction to the number of Medicare-subsidised psych sessions, a lot of people say they're finding it hard to access mental health services when they need them. 

But some reckon they've found a solution: turning to AI chatbots to unpack their mental health. 

So, is AI up to the task? And more importantly: is it safe? 

Guest:

• Professor Joel Pearson, cognitive neuroscientist, UNSW

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