New Book Release | DeepSeek and Mental Health Support Among Chinese Youth: Use Cases, Risks, and Broader Implications

We are proud to announce the release of DeepSeek and Mental Health Support Among Chinese Youth: Use Cases, Risks, and Broader Implications, co-authored by our Principal Investigator, Ir. Dr. Yuk Ming Tang, in collaboration with clinical psychologist Dr. Olive K. L. Woo.

Published by CRC Press, this timely book offers a unique interdisciplinary perspective on the growing intersection of AI technology and mental health intervention in modern China. It explores how tools like DeepSeek—an emerging AI-driven emotional support system—are transforming the landscape of adolescent mental health care, and provides vital analysis of ethical concerns, social implications, and future directions of AI in mental wellness.

🔍 Key Highlights of the Book:

  • A critical discussion of the mental health crisis among Chinese youth, including societal taboos and systemic obstacles.
  • Real-life case studies showing how the DeepSeek AI has been applied in practice.
  • In-depth insights into the technological underpinnings of DeepSeek and its potential to complement traditional mental health services.
  • Exploration of ethical, regulatory, and policy issues surrounding AI-based emotional support.
  • Practical guidelines for integrating AI into healthcare responsibly.
DeepSeek and Mental Health Support Among Chinese Youth: Use Cases, Risks, and Broader Implications

🛒 Available now from Routledge (PRE-ORDER: Ships after Feb. 16, 2026):
👉 Order the book here

Whether you’re a mental health professional, policymaker, AI researcher, or public health advocate, this book is an essential read for understanding the complex nexus of technology and human care.


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