B1 — Intermediate
More people are using AI chatbots like ChatGPT and DeepSeek for emotional support. AI can give helpful and personalized responses, especially for people who cannot afford therapy.
However, AI does not truly understand emotions like human therapists do. Even so, it can provide support to people who might not have other options.
Listen to this audio and read the transcript about chatbot therapy.
https://newsinlevels.com/products/chatbot-therapy-level-3
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “companionship” mean? “These tools provide emotional support and a sense of companionship, particularly for people in remote areas or those who cannot afford traditional therapy.” Use the word in a sentence. Give a synonym.
- What does “mental well-being” mean? “Experts like Ronnie Das say AI can now copy human emotions and provide helpful responses for mental well-being.” Use the term in a sentence. Give a synonym.
- What is the meaning of “remote area”? ”These tools provide emotional support and a sense of companionship, particularly for people in remote areas or those who cannot afford traditional therapy.” Use the phrase in a sentence. Give a synonym.
Discussion Questions:
- What do you think about using AI chatbots as personal therapists?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of using chatbots for therapy?
- What is your opinion on this, “AI doesn’t truly understand emotions or care about people like human therapists do.”?
- What is your opinion on this, “AI’s role in mental health will continue to grow.”?
- If you felt sad or had a problem, would you rather talk to a person or an AI chatbot? Why?