🌐 Why I Chose This Topic
As a BA Psychology student dreaming of becoming a clinical psychologist, I’m fascinated by how AI tools and digital therapeutics are quietly reshaping therapy. What I’m learning now will define the mental-health world I’ll work in tomorrow and also help me in working in accordance of AI.
🤖 What Is AI Doing in Therapy Today?
- AI chatbots offering 24/7 emotional support.
- Mood-tracking apps detecting early signs of distress
- Virtual CBT and mindfulness programs
- Personalised self-help exercises based on user data
💡 Pros of Digital Mental Health
⚠️ Cons and Limitations
- Constant accessibility
- Reduced stigma
- Early detection of symptoms
- Affordable and scalable support
- Lack of human warmth
- Ethical concerns about data privacy
- Risk of misinterpretation during crises
- Not a replacement for clinical care
🔮 The Future of Digital Therapeutics
I believe AI will support, not replace, therapists.
The future looks like:
•Hybrid therapy (AI + human sessions)
•More accurate mood prediction
•Personalized interventions based on brain-behaviour patterns
