Technology Acceptance and the Digital Divide-View Presentation

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In this webinar, Dr. Iverson Bell discusses the factors in the growth of telepsychiatry and the digital divide in access to technology. He highlights the limitations and challenges of telepsychiatry, including issues of funding, rural access, and affordability. Dr. Bell also emphasizes the impact of the digital divide on healthcare disparities, noting that age, socioeconomic status, and education level contribute to unequal access to technology. He suggests potential remedies such as setting up satellite clinics, using Wi-Fi buses, and prioritizing access via cell phones. Dr. Bell also addresses the use of artificial intelligence and telepsychiatry, cautioning about the reliability and drawbacks of AI technology. Overall, he stresses the importance of technology education, privacy, and working towards removing barriers to ensure equitable access to mental health care.

Keywords

telepsychiatry

digital divide

limitations

funding

rural access

affordability

healthcare disparities

artificial intelligence

technology education