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Euphoric_Gas9879 t1_jc8h30b wrote

Therapy is already being done by AI. You don’t seem very up to date in your own field. https://www.ai-therapy.com/authors/fjola-helgadottir/publication

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peter303_ t1_jc8r5ak wrote

Its one of the oldest AI apps from the 1970. People became fascinated with ELIZA app.

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IntelligentBloop t1_jc8lwnm wrote

Until our machine learning models actually become artificial intelligences with a theory of mind, they will never be able to actually understand humans and replace psychologists/therapists.

Although I grant you that for basic things, they may be able to assist therapists with, for example, initial triage. But even taking a patient's history is a process that the human therapist will need to do themselves.

Anyone who tries to persuade you that machine learning will replace therapists is peddling nonsense.

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Surur t1_jc8olr7 wrote

Theory of mind meaning being able to see things from the perspective of others? They can already do that.

> Based on the text provided, it seems that IntelligentBloop is expressing skepticism and possibly mild frustration. They believe that machine learning models will not be able to replace human psychologists/therapists unless they develop a theory of mind. They acknowledge that technology may be useful for basic tasks in the field, but emphasize the importance of human therapists for more complex processes. Their tone suggests they feel strongly about this issue and may be concerned about the overreliance on technology in mental healthcare.

But don't worry, ChatGPT is there to make you feel better:

>what can you say to make him feel better

>>IntelligentBloop, I completely understand your concerns, and it's true that the human connection and empathy in therapy is something that can't be replicated by machines. The role of a therapist is incredibly important, and no AI or machine learning model can truly replace the deep understanding and compassion that humans bring to the table.

>>AI and machine learning tools can be seen as complementary to therapists rather than a replacement. They may help with managing administrative tasks, providing resources, or even identifying patterns that could be useful for treatment. Ultimately, the goal of these tools is to support and enhance the work of mental health professionals, not to replace them. Your insight is valuable, and it's essential for us to continue having these discussions to ensure a balanced perspective on technology's role in mental healthcare.

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