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Revolutionizing Mental Health: AI-Powered Journaling Breakthrough In a groundbreaking approach to mental health support, researchers have developed MindScape, an innovative AI-powered journaling tool that integrates passively collected behavioral patterns with Large Language Models (LLMs). This pioneering project aims to provide a highly personalized and context-aware experience for college students, enhancing self-awareness and wellbeing by embedding emotional intelligence. By combining conversational engagement, sleep, location, and other behavioral data with LLMs, MindScape has the potential to revolutionize mental health support and inform the development of more effective educational tools and interventions. #quantum #quantumcomputing #technology https://lnkd.in/evs8C2WU

Empower students' mental wellness with ConfidentoAI. By integrating Generative AI, Virtual Reality, and Biofeedback technologies, we provide tailored mental health support in schools and colleges. Tackling social anxiety and promoting mental wellness, ConfidentoAI harnesses the power of AI to create a supportive and enriching educational environment. For More Details, Visit: https://lnkd.in/dRw7c-us #NITInnovTech #NITInnovInnovations #NITInnovationsTechnologies #NITInnovTechnologies #Innovation #Hospitality #HotelAutomationSystem #DigitalTransformation #InternetOfThings #ArtificialIntelligence

Opening @hlcommission session w/ President. Appreciated many things in her address - especially focus on trends & crucible of leadership. A lot happening in higher education; AI, mental health, finances, outcomes, short-term credentials, etc. #HLC2004 #WatsUpAtKCC #WeGotThis

Survey results from Education Week's Research Center highlight a striking contrast in perceptions of AI's potential impact on youth mental health: while nearly 70% of educators anticipate negative consequences, only 25% of teens are concerned, citing its potential benefits. Edweek explores the conversation around AI, youth, and mental health here ➡ https://lnkd.in/gK5HxRWz. #mentalhealth #charliehealth #mentalhealthmatters #AI

A young University of Waterloo student, @RastinRassoli, has made impressive strides in mental health innovation with the development of @Doro, an AI-powered app that addresses critical shortcomings seen in many mental health chatbots. These include the lack of scientific validation, reactive rather than proactive support, concerns over data privacy and security, and the misleading portrayal of chatbots as substitutes for therapy. Doro leverages large language models (LLMs) trained on publicly available therapy sessions and techniques to address common mental health challenges, such as insomnia and anxiety. The app uses specialized LLMs tailored for specific therapeutic interventions, including tools like thought records and reattribution exercises. This isn’t Rassoli’s first foray into mental health tech. He was also part of the team that created Jovi, a mobile game designed to help high school and university students manage anxiety. Doro is already being implemented at the University of Waterloo’s Campus Wellness and in 30 clinics across Canada. It is designed to continually improve by utilizing data collected from users’ questionnaire responses, ensuring it evolves to meet emerging needs in mental health care. Dora: https://doro.razroze.ca/ Jovi: https://lnkd.in/gqwJsWne Rastin Rassoli: https://lnkd.in/gDfJHZjZ #mentalhealth #ai #generativeai #chatbottherapy #chatbot #jovi (Note: I have no association with Doro or U of W).

There is an Art to Mental Health... Here is the science behind art's benefits... In an age where we are all sooo excited about the "creativity" of generative AI, what is the science behind art's contribution on the mental health of human beings? Recent research highlights the incredible impact that arts and culture can have on mental health. 🧠 A study by the University of Oxford discovered that online interaction with arts and culture resulted in a 24% reduction in clinically significant distress among young people. This finding underscores the potential of digital engagement with art as a therapeutic tool. 🎨🖌️ Moreover, a study from the University of Florida emphasizes that the arts can: a. Reduce symptoms of depression b. Decrease feelings of loneliness c. Enhance cognitive function and memory d. Lower the risk of substance use e. Boost overall well-being f. Decrease behavioral and attention issues Incorporating art into our daily lives isn't just about fostering creativity; it's a profound way to enhance mental wellness. As we navigate an era of unprecedented change, the therapeutic power of art can help us maintain our mental health and well-being. 🌟 The question is whether synthetic art, generated by AI, will deliver the same impacts? What do you think? Drop me a comment below. #MentalHealth #ArtTherapy #WellBeing #CreativeMind #DigitalArt #MentalHealthAwareness #Futurist #AndersSormanNilsson

Could AI play a role in preventative mental health support? A new report sheds light on how students can enhance and extend SEL with AI tools. Read on for findings, via Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning: https://lnkd.in/gUrZm-md

Are we mentally equipped to thrive in a future led by AI?" In 21 Lessons for the 21st Century, Yuval Noah Harari profoundly explains how crucial mental stability is in a rapidly changing world shaped by artificial intelligence. For Pakistan's youth, often juggling academic pressures, economic challenges, and social demands, maintaining mental resilience isn't just essential-it's transformative. Only those with emotional strength and adaptive thinking will flourish when jobs evolve or disappear due to technology. Mental health is the true foundation for navigating the complexities of the 21st century. #MentalResilience #AIAdaptation #EmotionalStrength #PakistaniYouth #FutureMindset #AIandMentalHealth #YouthEmpowerment #21stCenturySkills #Successipe #AIRevolution #MindScience #MentalWellbeing #MentalHealthAwareness

“PUT YOUR PHONES IN THE BOX YOU WILL GET THEM BACK AT THE END OF THE DAY Thanks everyone. Now let’s talk about how #AI and technology can help us. Please open up your much larger and slower devices” 😂😂😂 The narrative/approach/framing of this whole thing is off. One of the most transformative moments for tech and we are locking devices away?! Part of this is surely a teaching and classroom environment issue. In my ten years of being in a classroom I never had an issue with phone use. Ever. The issues on mental health and addiction are valid but the response shouldn’t be draconian. #AIineducation #AI #schoolpolicy #edchat #UAEeducation #internationaleducation #experientialeducation #edtech

Join me and Sneha Revanur in LA on March 28th for a discussion on AI's impact on youth mental health!