Current Affairs Section
Illinois Bans ChatGPT and AI from Providing Therapy
- Illinois becomes the first U.S. state to ban AI like ChatGPT from offering therapy without human supervision, citing risks to mental health and safety.
- This sweeping legislation—titled the Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources Act—was signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker.
- In a landmark decision, the state of Illinois has banned artificial intelligence platforms like ChatGPT from providing therapy services without human oversight.
- Under the new regulation, AI systems are explicitly barred from performing core therapeutic functions. This includes generating treatment plans, assessing emotional well-being, or offering therapeutic advice without a licensed professional supervising the process.
Date: Current Affairs - 8/10/2025
Category: Artificial Intelligence