More than 700,000 people die due to suicide every year 1 . Over the years, mental health has become a growing concern worldwide, leading to rising demand for therapists in the mental health industry. New treatments for mental health issues, including depression and anxiety, have been developed to meet this growing demand. The present study analyzes Socially Assistive Robots (SARs) supporting young adults with depression and anxiety, specifically the PlantBot and MARCo robots. We conclude that

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... e ideal robot would use both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Behavioral Activation Therapy (BAT) to support users in performing tasks and reaching goals. With further expansion of the use of socially assistive robots in the mental health field, a weight may lift on the growing demand for therapists.