PsychTech - The Psychology and Technology Podcast
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Avatar Therapy
#101: We discuss the use of cute puppy avatars for elderly care and human-looking avatars for schizophrenia treatment. *This episode is brought to you by Audible. Get a FREE audiobook download and 30-day free trial by visiting geektherapy.com/audible.
Goodbye, Net Neutrality!
#100: In the U.S., Net Neutrality has been fiercely debated in recent years and the government’s latest decision greatly affects the idea of a “free and open” internet. Kelli and Josué discuss how our experiences could change if net neutrality disappea...
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#99: After an unexpected hiatus, we’re back! Kelli and Josué talk about what it’s like to lose access to communication and how you don’t realize how important technology is to your life until it’s gone. — Visit us at www.PsychTechPodcast.com.
StormTech II
#98: The (unfortunate) sequel to our last hurricane-related episode! Here are some more thoughts about tech during and after a really bad storm, from Josué who is in Puerto Rico 50 days after Hurrican Maria hit the island. — Visit us at www.
StormTech
#97: Kelli and Josué discuss a few tech stories related to the recent events of hurricanes Harvey and Irma. Notes: How Snapchat’s Map Helps Us Navigate Natural Disasters – http://bit.ly/2y6jA3R In Irma prep, GasBuddy downloads increased 10x,
Google If You Are Clinically Depressed
#96: Google has added a prompt for a depression screening tool to search results related to depression. Is that a good idea? Notes: Google taps National Alliance on Mental Illness to add depression screener to search – http://bit.
Mental Health Tech in Prisons
#95: Can technology improve mental health in prisons? Next week on Headshots we’ll discuss gaming culture in prison. Notes: How Technology Could Improve Mental Health In Prisons–But So Far Isn’t – http://bit.
Chatbot Therapy
#94: Can a chatbot replace a therapist? How much would you pay for chatbot therapy? Kelli and Josué discuss Woebot and other tools designed to help with mental health. Notes: Woebot – “Your charming robot friend who is ready to listen,
Mental Health Awareness Month: Sharing About Mental Health
Ep. 93: From YouTubers to podcasters, lots of people are sharing their experiences and/or expertise related to mental health online. For Mental Health Awareness Month Kelli and Josué discuss the different ways that people are sharing about mental healt...
FaceTech
Ep. 92: What do FaceApp, chatbots, and sex dolls have in common? New face technology! While FaceApp is a fun distraction, it may demonstrate that we have the technology to easily read and manipulate realistic looking faces, real or digital.