10/24/2026
If you’ve turned to an AI chatbot during a difficult moment, you’re not alone, and you don’t need to feel ashamed.
A RAND study published in June 2026 found that nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adolescents and young adults use AI chatbots for mental-health advice, and most haven’t told anyone in their life. A chatbot may feel like an easier first step when a conversation feels hard. But it can’t notice your body language, offer a genuine human relationship, or replace care from a qualified professional.
You deserve support that listens and sees you as a whole person. Candice offers specialized support for teens and young adults in person in Cookstown or online. Clinical hypnotherapy and other holistic approaches may complement digital tools and your existing care team, not replace them.
Explore support at www.candicecole.ca
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Learn about THE TRANSCEND METHOD™: https://www.candicecole.ca/the-transcend-method
Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental-health care.