The Effects of Artificial Intelligence Chatbots on Women's Health: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Area of Science:

• Women's Health
• Digital Health Interventions
• Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

Background:

• The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare is rapidly expanding.
• Chatbot technology offers a novel approach to delivering health information and support.
• Understanding the impact of AI chatbots on women's health outcomes is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

• To systematically review and meta-analyze the effects of AI chatbot interventions on health outcomes in women.
• To assess the efficacy of AI chatbots across various women's health domains.
• To identify key benefits and potential applications of AI chatbots in female healthcare.

Main Methods:

• A systematic review and meta-analysis of ten studies published between 2019 and 2023.
• Inclusion of experimental studies focusing on chatbot interventions in women's health.
• Quality appraisal using the ROB 2 checklist and risk-of-bias visualization.

Main Results:

• Seven randomized controlled trials and three single-group experimental studies were included.
• AI chatbots demonstrated effectiveness in improving anxiety, depression, cancer self-care, and healthy relationships.
• A meta-analysis showed a significant reduction in anxiety (effect size = -0.30).

Conclusions:

• AI chatbot interventions yield positive physical, physiological, and cognitive health benefits for women.
• Chatbots can serve as pivotal nursing interventions, enhancing women's health status and social support.
• Digital therapy via AI chatbots represents a promising avenue for improving women's well-being.