Will mental health professionals be replaced by robots in 2049? Dr. Michael Lindsey, executive director of the McSilver Institute for Poverty, Policy and Research at New York University, shares his views with Health2049 co-host Jason Helgerson. He imagines the potential of technology for accessibility and scalability in reaching marginalized communities.
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Timestamps:
- Dr. Michael Lindsey’s mental health research background. [02:38]
- Bridging the gap between mental health needs and services. [06:29]
- Complementary mental health services, including A.I., virtual gaming and psychotropic medication. [08:19]
- Fueling that innovation. [14:46]
- How can healthcare professionals maintain a relevant role? [18:47]
- A future focused on prevention. [21:25]
- Marginalized populations need to be a part of technology research. [24:21]
- How will this vision make the world a better place? [27:46]