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Description
This Virtual Immersive program goes beyond a simple introduction to artificial intelligence (A.I.) for psychiatrists; it offers a comprehensive overview of how A.I. tools can revolutionize their field and practice. Join us to discover how A.I. can be utilized by psychiatrists to streamline the diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of psychiatric disorders. Delve into innovative approaches where A.I. enhances patient and caregiver engagement in accessing essential services. Engage in discussions surrounding the ethical considerations of incorporating A.I. in psychiatry and explore its implementation in policy and healthcare.
Format
Live Virtual Event
Note: this event is ONLY available to view live on April 16, 2024 from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM EST.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the basic principles of artificial intelligence and explore how chatbots are developed and function, particularly in the context of psychiatric practice.
- Examine the ethical considerations, potential risks, and best practices for the development and utilization of generative AI technologies in mental health settings.
- Identify key applications of AI in child and adolescent psychiatry, encompassing assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention delivery.
- Explore future directions and opportunities for leveraging AI to enhance child and adolescent mental health services, including potential collaborations and areas for further research and development.
- Describe at least three challenges faced by modern psychiatry within a "latent constructs" framework.
- Compare "Big" (i.e., large-N) and "wide" (i.e., N-of-1 or single-case) approaches to studying psychiatric disorders.
- Comprehend the mechanisms of AI-powered therapy apps, including their functionality and service delivery facilitated by artificial intelligence.
- Assess the promise of therapy apps by critically reviewing the evidence regarding their efficacy and their impact on mental health care.
- Recognize the limitations of therapy apps, including challenges related to reliability, scope, and user engagement.
- Examine real-world applications and case studies of Natural Language Processing (NLP) in psychiatry, including its effectiveness, challenges, and ethical considerations in clinical practice.
- Discuss the future potential and upcoming advancements in NLP that could further enhance psychiatric assessment and therapy, promoting a deeper integration of technology in mental health services.
- Discuss strategies for integrating artificial intelligence into psychiatric services within both traditional and virtual healthcare settings.
Target Audience
Psychiatrists
Instructional Level
Introductory/Intermediate
Estimate Time to Complete
Estimated Duration: 7.0 hours (excluding breaks)
Program Start Date: April 16, 2024
Program End Date: April 16, 2024
Schedule:
Schedule (all times are in EST)
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Session Topic
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Speaker
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8:30 am - 9:30 am
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Introduction with Dr. Vishal Madaan, Chief of Education and Deputy Medical Director of APA
Making Sense of AI Chatbots
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Steven Hyler, MD, DLFAPA
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9:30 am - 10:30 am
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Considerations & Guidance for the Use of Generative AI in Psychiatry
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Darlene King, MD
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10:30 am - 10:45 am
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Coffee Break
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n/a |
10:45 am - 11:45 am
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Exploring the Impact of AI in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry & Mental Health Treatment
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Monika Roots, MD, FAPA
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11: 45 am - 12:45 pm
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Using AI & Machine Learning to Identify Risk for Neuropsychiatric Disorders
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Justin Baker, MD, PhD
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12:45 pm - 1:30 pm
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Lunch Break
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n/a |
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
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Speech & Language Markers in Psychiatry - The NLP Revolution
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Manu Sharma, MD, FAPA
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2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
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Apps for Therapy - The Promise & Perils
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Manu Sharma, MD, FAPA
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3:30 pm - 3:45pm
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Coffee Break
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n/a |
3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
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Integrating & Deploying AI into Clinical Services for Mental Health
Wrap up & Closing Remarks
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Steven Chan, MD, MBA
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How to Earn Credit
Participants who wish to earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ or a certificate of participation may do so by viewing the live presentation and completing the evaluation. After evaluating the program, course participants will be provided with an opportunity to claim hours of participation and print an official CME certificate (physicians) or certificate of participation (other disciplines) showing the event date and hours earned.
Continuing Education Credit
In support of improving patient care, the American Psychiatric Association is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Physicians
The APA designates this live event for a maximum of 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Faculty and Planner Disclosures
The American Psychiatric Association adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Medical Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CME activity — including faculty, planners, reviewers or others — are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.
Instructors
- Darlene King, MD. Reports no financial relationships with commercial interests.
- Justin Baker, MD, PhD. Reports financial relationships as a consultant for Mindstrong Health, Inc., Healios Limited, Inc., Tetricus Labs, Inc., Sama Therapeutics, Inc., and Niraxx Therapeutics, Inc.
- Manu Sharma, MD. Reports no financial relationships with commercial interests.
- Monika Roots, MD. Reports financial relationships with Bend Health (President).
- Steven Chan, MD, MBA, FAPA, FAMIA. Reports no financial relationships with commercial interests.
- Steven Hyler, MD, DLFAPA. Reports no financial relationships with commercial interests.
Planners
- Vishal Madaan, MD, APA Deputy Medical Director, Reports no financial relationships with commercial interests.
- Manu Sharma, MD. Reports no financial relationships with commercial interests.
Accessibility for Participants with Disabilities
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Technical Requirements
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- The latest and 2nd latest public versions of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari
- Internet Explorer 11+
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Optimal System Configuration:
- Browser: Google Chrome (latest and 2nd latest version), Safari (latest and 2nd latest version), Internet Explorer 11.0+, Firefox (latest and 2nd latest version), or Microsoft Edge (latest and 2nd latest version)
- Operating System: Windows versions 8.1+, Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) +, Android (latest and 2nd latest version), or iOS/iPad OS (latest and 2nd latest version)
- Internet Connection: 1 Mbps or higher
Minimum Requirements:
- Windows PC: Windows 8.1 or higher; 1 GB (for 32-bit)/2 GB (for 64-bit) or higher RAM; Microsoft DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM driver; audio playback with speakers for programs with video content
- Macintosh: Mac OS X 10.5 or higher with latest updates installed; Intel, PowerPC G5, or PowerPC G4 (867MHz or faster) processor; 512 MB or higher RAM; audio playback with speakers for programs with video content