AI in Psychological Practice: Potential Uses, Pitfalls, and Ethical Considerations

Abstract:

The prevalence of mental health concerns has grown in recent years, reaching record highs. However, many Americans remain unable to access care due to a variety of barriers including a shortage of mental health professionals in many geographic areas. Given the sizable imbalance between the need for and accessibility of care, addressing the mental health crisis requires a multi-pronged approach. Technology, particularly the use of artificial intelligence, has great potential to reimagine care delivery. This webinar will provide an overview of AI technologies, discuss potential opportunities for AI to enhance care, explore challenges posed by introducing AI into care, and review ethical frameworks to help guide decisions about the safe, effective, and equitable use of AI in psychological practice.

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe 2 ways that AI could enhance the delivery of mental health care.
2. Describe 2 challenges posed by introducing AI into mental health care.
3. Identify 3 key components of existing frameworks for the ethical use of AI in health care.

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