Casper Co-Founder Launches Slingshot AI to Improve Access to Mental Healthcare

Neil Parikh, co-founder of Casper, has launched Slingshot AI to improve accessibility to mental health care through technology, addressing the critical gap between demand and available therapists. The startup's chatbot, Ash, is designed to enhance self-reflection and simulate therapeutic conversations, though it does not provide direct advice or diagnoses. With $93 million in funding and backing from prominent investors, Slingshot aims to leverage AI specifically trained on behavioral health data, promising a tailored experience for users. Early evidence suggests that such AI tools could lead to significant improvements in mental health outcomes, highlighting their potential role in augmenting traditional therapeutic approaches.

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