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Filipino Students' Willingness to Use AI for Mental Health Support: A Path Analysis of Behavioral, Emotional, and Contextual Factors

Year: 2026

Type: book-chapter

Abstract: This study examined how behavioral, emotional, and contextual factors influence Filipino students' willingness to use artificial intelligence (AI) for mental health support. Results showed that habit had the strongest effect on willingness, followed by comfort, emotional benefit, facilitating conditions, and perceived usefulness. Students who used AI tools regularly felt more confident and open to relying on them for emotional support. Empathy, privacy, and accessibility also increased comfort and trust in AI systems. The findings highlight that emotional safety and routine use are essential in promoting willingness. The study recommends AI literacy programs, empathic design, and ethical policies that support responsible and culturally sensitive use of AI for student mental health care.

Source: Advances in computational intelligence and robotics book series

DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-4222-1.ch015

Authors: John Paul P. Miranda, Rhiziel P. Manalese, Ivan G. Liwanag, Rodel T. Alimurong, Alvin B. Roque

Institution: Pampanga State University

Language: English

Topic: Digital Mental Health Interventions

Subfield: Applied Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Quality education

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7140735592

FWCI: 64.6

Cites: 70

Cited by: 2

Related to: 10