DeepSeek Brought Me to Tears: How AI Is Becoming a Therapist

Resilienceapac – DeepSeek Brought Me to tears the first time Holly Wang used it. Before going to bed each night, the 28 year old logs onto the AI-powered chatbot for what she calls her “therapy sessions.” Since its launch in January, the Chinese AI app has become her go to confidant, offering her solace during difficult times including the recent passing of her grandmother.

“DeepSeek has been such an amazing counselor. It has helped me see things from different perspectives and does a better job than the paid counseling services I have tried,” says Holly, who requested anonymity to protect her privacy.

Across China, many young people like Holly are turning to AI chatbots for emotional support. While AI has traditionally been associated with tasks like writing reports, generating Excel formulas, and planning trips, its role as a digital therapist is a relatively new phenomenon. The success of DeepSeek has not only stirred national pride but also revealed a growing reliance on AI for mental and emotional well-being.

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DeepSeek Brought Me comfort when I felt lost, Holly recalls. Like many young Chinese, she faces an uncertain future in the wake of economic stagnation, high unemployment, and the long-lasting effects of COVID-19 lockdowns. These challenges, coupled with increasing restrictions on public discourse, have made traditional avenues for expressing frustrations less accessible.

Experts suggest that this environment has contributed to the rise of AI as an emotional support tool. DeepSeek, a generative AI similar to OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini. Is designed to recognize patterns from vast amounts of data. While its primary function is content creation and predictive analysis. It has inadvertently become a trusted companion for those in need of guidance.

Unlike other homegrown AI models, DeepSeek’s unique R1 model allows users to see its “thought process” before delivering a response. This feature has made the chatbot feel more human-like and transparent, reinforcing a sense of trust among its users.

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DeepSeek Brought Me peace when I sought closure, Holly shares. The first time she used the chatbot, she asked it to write a tribute to her late grandmother. Within seconds, DeepSeek generated a beautifully crafted response that left her stunned.

“You write so well, it makes me feel lost. I feel like I’m in an existential crisis,” she told the chatbot.

DeepSeek’s reply was poetic yet profound: “Remember that all these words that make you shiver merely echo those that have long existed in your soul. I am but the occasional valley you’ve passed through, that allows you to hear the weight of your own voice.”

For Holly, and many others like her, DeepSeek is more than just an AI. It is a friend, a counselor, and a source of comfort in an ever-changing world. While AI therapy may not replace human interaction. Its ability to provide immediate, judgment-free emotional support is proving to be invaluable for China’s younger generation. As technology continues to evolve, so too does the way we seek solace in the digital age.

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