011: Mental Health: Tech, Apps & AI

Apr 3, 2020 · 11m 22s

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Over the years, there have been many challenges people face when getting diagnosed and treated for mental health issues. Things like lack of understanding from the community or support, lack...

Over the years, there have been many challenges people face when getting diagnosed and treated for mental health issues. Things like lack of understanding from the community or support, lack of transportation, the right providers nearby, inability to afford care with no insurance and so on. However, technology has opened a whole new door in mental health support and data collection. Mobile devices like cell phones, smartphones, and tablets are giving people access to physicians and therapists and new ways to access help, monitor progress, and eliminate the stigma of mental health disorders.

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