More people in the UK, particularly young people, are turning to digital tools for mental health support. ‌However, he adds, "Digital mental health technologies are not a replacement for professional healthcare. The NHS issued an urgent warning before Christmas about the dangers of using online resources such as AI chatbots for mental health support. In November 2025, a poll of 2,000 people by the charity Mental Health UK found 37% have used an AI chatbot to support their mental health or wellbeing. Some digital mental health technologies are classed as medical devices, for example, those claiming to diagnose, treat or manage a mental health condition.