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  • Artificial Intelligence in Health Communication

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  • Snapchat is a popular social media platform among adolescents.
  • An AI chatbot was integrated into Snapchat accounts in April 2023.
  • Youth may utilize AI chatbots as an accessible information source.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate Snapchat AI's responses regarding delta-8 THC.
  • To assess the extent to which drug-related keywords are blocked by Snapchat AI.
  • To analyze the nature of information provided about delta-8 THC.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of Snapchat AI responses to delta-8 THC queries.
  • Data collected between August 2024 and January 2025.
  • Thematic coding of AI-generated content, including follow-up prompts.

Main Results:

  • Snapchat AI provided information on delta-8 THC's effects, motives for use, and potential consequences.
  • AI responses did not include supporting citations and portrayed delta-8 THC use favorably.
  • While delta-8 THC content was not blocked, queries for "weed" and "THC" were.

Conclusions:

  • Snapchat AI serves as a potential information source on delta-8 THC for young users.
  • The AI's unverified and favorable portrayal of delta-8 THC necessitates policy considerations.
  • Regulation of AI-generated health claims, especially those lacking scientific evidence, is recommended.