Apps and Innovations to Support the Practice of Psychiatry: Current and Future Developments-View Presentation

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In the video, a panel consisting of John Lowe, Jay Shore, and John Torres discuss the use of apps and innovations in supporting psychiatry. Jay Shore talks about the history and future of telehealth video conferencing, highlighting the recent acceleration of tele-mental health due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He discusses trends and challenges in healthcare, including workforce issues, payment reform, and disparities, as well as the regulatory environment and its impact on telehealth. The panel emphasizes the need for tactical flexibility in adapting to the changing landscape of technology in healthcare. John Torres discusses the potential use of smartphones in asynchronous telehealth and explores three models of incorporating apps into patient care. He discusses the challenges and outcomes associated with each model, highlighting the need for research and evidence-based practice. The panel also mentions the need for standardization, regulation, and training in utilizing apps in mental health care. The video transcript also addresses the importance of privacy and security in mental health and prayer apps, and introduces the MindApps.org database for filtering apps based on privacy policies. It explores the use of smartphones in data collection and highlights the challenges of integrating technology with in-person care. The potential negative impact of social media on mental health is also discussed. The transcript concludes by emphasizing the need for further research on app-based interventions and the potential of combining different technologies to enhance patient care. No credits were mentioned in the video transcript for either panelists or creators.

Keywords

telehealth

tele-mental health

COVID-19 pandemic

healthcare trends

smartphones

asynchronous telehealth

app incorporation

research

privacy

security

MindApps.org

social media

patient care enhancement