Role of large language models in mental health research: an international survey of researchers' practices and perspectives.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Large language models (LLMs) offer significant potential to streamline research workflows and enhance productivity. However, limited data exist on the extent of their adoption within the mental health research community.

Objective

We examined how LLMs are being used in mental health research, the types of tasks they support, barriers to their adoption and broader attitudes towards their integration.

Methods

714 mental health researchers from 42 countries and various career stages (from PhD student, to early career researcher, to Professor) completed a survey assessing LLM-related practices and perspectives.

Findings

496 (69.5%) reported using LLMs to assist with research, with 94% indicating use of ChatGPT. The most common applications were for proof

SUBMITTER: Linardon J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12164621 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature