What are the safety, evidence standards, and transparency needed for AI chatbots used in mental health contexts, particularly for young people. John Torous, MD, MBI, JAMA Psychiatry Author Interviews podcast host, joins JAMA+ AI Associate Editor Yulin Hswen, ScD, to discuss risks, data protections, and the clinical safeguards required to ensure responsible use. Related Content: AI Chatbots and Youth Mental Health