Why AI Therapy is Failing (and Wellbeing Companions Work Better)
Xuan Zhao explains the strategic difference between designing AI as therapy versus designing it as wellbeing support.
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Xuan Zhao explains the strategic difference between designing AI as therapy versus designing it as wellbeing support.
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