AI and Teens: Navigating Mental Health in the Digital Age with Dr. Caroline Figueroa

Podcast: Beyond the Couch: AI in Psychology · Ernest Wayde

Opublikowano: 2026-03-03

In this episode of Beyond the Couch, Dr. Ernest Wayde engages with Dr. Caroline Figueroa, who discusses her extensive background in mental health, neuroscience, and AI. They explore how AI tools are being utilized by youth for emotional support, the implications for psychologists, and the importance of involving young people in the design and regulation of these technologies. The conversation highlights the need for responsible AI frameworks, discussing AI use with young people, and the challenges faced by mental health professionals. Takeaways: Many young people find AI chatbots helpful. Psychologists should ask about AI...