Computer scientist Stevie Chancellor joins Rosie to explore the powerful and complicated relationship between AI and mental health. From algorithm-driven therapy to social media’s emotional impact, they discuss how machine learning could improve mental wellness — and what we should watch out for as technology evolves.
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Aug 3
The Stories We Build Around Pain
When tragedy strikes, the mind naturally searches for certainty, explanations, and someone to blame. But what if our first task is simply to notice what we're feeling before adding to the story? Dora explores how mindfulness can help us meet pain without creating more separation. ... Show More
5m 25s
Jul 2025
Can AI help solve the mental health crisis? With Vaile Wright, PhD
People are increasingly turning to chatbots for mental health advice and support – even as researchers work to develop safe, evidence-based AI mental health interventions. Vaile Wright, PhD, discusses the promises, limitations and risks of AI in mental health; how AI tools are al ... Show More
30m 27s
May 2023
Breaking Down the Stigma: How Emotion AI Can Revolutionize Mental Health Treatment
Today’s episode features Smart Eye Deputy CEO Dr. Rana El Kaliouby (formerly Co-Founder and CEO of Affectiva) moderating a discussion with Pernille Bülow, PhD, founder and CEO of the nonprofit Mind Blossom, and Loren Larsen of Videra Health. On this last day of Mental Health Awar ... Show More
45m 50s
Jul 2025
Doctors Vs AI : Can Chat GPT Replace Your Therapist?
In this special episode, Dr. K is joined by Dr. Kirk Honda and Dr. Michaela Thordarson for a head-to-head comparison of how real therapists and AI (ChatGPT) respond to mental health questions. Together, they react to anonymous community submissions and live prompts, discussing wh ... Show More
2h 4m
Sep 2024
AI, Work and Mental Health: Nilay Patel on Tech and the Future
Like anxiety or depression, AI is now a constant companion for millions of people around the world. We might be benefitting from the use of AI at work, but also truly worried about what it means for our future. For the next few weeks, host Morra Aarons-Mele is exploring what AI m ... Show More
52m 6s