NEJM study finds AI health behavior interventions effective but hard to predict
zakkohane · x · 2026-08-20
A paper published in NEJM AI discusses AI applications in changing health-related behaviors. Evidence suggests that while AI-informed and delivered interventions can be effective, effect sizes are relatively small and hard to predict. There is limited ability to generalize results beyond individual study contexts and uncertainty regarding the specific contributors to any effects. The article offers useful suggestions for improving future research and demonstrating value.
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