On this week’s episode of Make Sense, I sit down with Dr. Brian Wallace to discuss explores the role of technology in addressing mental health issues, particularly in underserved communities and children. We touch on the future of mental health, including virtual care, remote monitoring, the integration of AI in therapy, evidence-based interventions and the potential of technology to improve mental health outcomes.

Dr. Wallace highlights the importance of personalized care and engagement, especially for children, and the potential for technology to optimize workflows and improve mental health outcomes. He introduces us to his startup, Calmsy, which is developing a game-based therapy for anxiety in children and his other company, Neural Positive, which uses music therapy to improve mental wellness.

00:00 Introduction: Technology-Powered Mental Health Interventions

05:01 Virtual Care and Remote Monitoring in 2024

10:47 Mental Health as the New Annual Physical

20:56 Introduction and Personalized Experience

25:34 Engaging Children in Therapy through Video Bots and Personalized Avatars

29:38 The Role of Technology in Mental Health

43:44 Data Privacy and Ethical Considerations

48:42 Clinical Trials and Future Advancements

52:27 Key Takeaways and Conclusion

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