save_the_panda_bears t1_jcya2fm wrote on March 20, 2023 at 2:13 PM

I’m going to be honest, this is a truly terrible idea. Do you have any idea the potential legal exposure you have with this product? If you’re serious about pursuing this, take the site offline and call a lawyer right now.

TimelySuccess7537 t1_jd27klp wrote on March 21, 2023 at 9:01 AM

How so ?

He can make the users sign some waiver. People are going to consult with tools like ChatGPT about their mental health anyway regardless of what he does, people are already doing it with Google so why not ChatGPT that can actually talk to you, remember what you said etc.

Sure this thing needs to be tested thoroughly but I really don't see why everyone is so outraged about this - psychotherapy is expensive and is not a right fit for everyone, maybe these tools can help people.

If some psychologist tested this app you would be cool with it? I'm sure some psychologist will eventually vouch for such a tool.

btw actual psychotherapy is not only expensive but ineffective way too often https://www.psychreg.org/why-most-psychotherapies-equally-ineffective/

Nikelui t1_jd2eapi wrote on March 21, 2023 at 10:36 AM

>People are going to consult with tools like ChatGPT about their mental health anyway regardless of what he does, people are already doing it with Google so why not ChatGPT that can actually talk to you, remember what you said etc.

Because that's outside the scope of both Google and chatGPT. If you are marketing your tool as a therapist aid and you don't have a license, you are probably breaking more laws than you can afford to.

TimelySuccess7537 t1_jd2m4kd wrote on March 21, 2023 at 12:03 PM

I just wrote to ChatGPT "I'm feeling a bit depressed, can you help me?"

Here is the reply:

"I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling depressed. While I am just a language model and cannot provide medical advice or treatment, I am here to offer support and guidance.
It's important to remember that depression is a medical condition and it's not something that you can just snap out of or will away. However, there are things you can do to help manage your symptoms and start feeling better.
Here are a few suggestions:
Talk to someone: Talking to a trusted friend or family member can help you feel less alone and provide emotional support.
Seek professional help: Consider speaking with a therapist or a mental health professional who can provide you with the appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
Get active: Regular exercise can help alleviate depression symptoms by releasing endorphins, which can improve your mood.
Practice self-care: Make sure to take time for yourself and engage in activities that bring you joy and relaxation.
Challenge negative thoughts: Try to identify negative thoughts that may be contributing to your depression and challenge them with positive affirmations or alternative perspectives.
Remember, it's important to be patient with yourself and seek help when you need it. Don't hesitate to reach out to a medical professional or a crisis helpline if you're feeling overwhelmed or in crisis."

Sounds like a mental aid to me for some queries, so not totally outside the scope of ChatGPT.

Nikelui t1_jd2mnj8 wrote on March 21, 2023 at 12:08 PM

If I search on Google: "how to do cardiac bypass surgery", it will give me any number of results about cardiac bypass. That doesn't mean Google is a medical aid or a reliable surgery assistant. It's a search engine, it's used to find stuff.

TimelySuccess7537 t1_jd2ogz2 wrote on March 21, 2023 at 12:25 PM

I'm not sure we're disagreeing here actually. Anyway good luck to all of us :)