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‘Very dangerous’: a Mind mental health expert on Google’s AI Overviews

February 20, 2026

Mind, a mental health charity, has initiated a year-long inquiry into the impact of AI on mental health following revelations from a Guardian investigation that highlighted the dangers of misleading health information provided by Google's AI Overviews. Experts warn that the oversimplified and inaccurate information can pose serious risks to vulnerable individuals seeking help.

‘Very dangerous’: a Mind mental health expert on Google’s AI Overviews

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Mind launched an inquiry into AI and mental health after a Guardian investigation.
The inquiry was prompted by concerns over harmful inaccuracies in Google's AI-generated health information.
Experts describe the advice provided by Google AI Overviews as 'very dangerous'.
The investigation found that vulnerable individuals are at risk due to misleading health information.

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‘Very dangerous’: a Mind mental health expert on Google’s AI Overviews

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