Topic: Clinicians & Mental Health Professionals
Jimini Health advances AI safety framework for digital mental health
In a significant development for the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into mental healthcare, Jimini Health has released a comprehensive technical blueprint titled “A Clinical Safety Framework for AI in Mental Health.”
Immersive Virtual Reality as a Scalable Intervention for Persistent Voices in Schizophrenia: findings from the CHALLENGE trial
The CHALLENGE trial conducted by VIRTU Research Group found that a brief, avatar-based VR therapy significantly reduced distressing voices in people with schizophrenia. The intervention was safe, scalable, and well tolerated.
Mental Health Commission of Canada: leading e-mental health innovation
The Mental Health Commission of Canada is setting new standards for e-mental health through national frameworks, AI guidance, and strategic partnerships. Their evidence-based leadership is driving safer, more equitable, and accessible mental health care across Canada and beyond.
Balancing Risks and Benefits: Clinicians’ Perspectives on the Use of Generative AI Chatbots in Mental Healthcare
A new study explores how mental health clinicians view generative AI chatbots in care. Clinicians see both promise and risk in using AI chatbots, highlighting the need for caution, regulation, and human oversight.
AI & Mental Health: Key Outcomes from Spain’s First National Workshop
Explore key insights from “AI & Mental Health: No Turning Back,” Spain’s pioneering national workshop held on May 29th, 2025. This collaborative event with Google for Startups highlights crucial discussions on AI governance in mental health, the need for ethical
Advancing Global Mental Health: Anil Thapliyal’s Insights from China and Taiwan’s Inspiring Digital Transformation
Anil Thapliyal, Executive Director of the eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC), recently embarked on a truly inspiring work programme through China and Taiwan. What he found wasn’t just technological advancement, but a profound commitment to transforming mental health care at
NHS England Launches New Mental Health Crisis Centers to Reduce A&E Waits
NHS England is launching a significant decade-long initiative: specialized mental health crisis centers nationwide. This aims to revolutionize urgent mental health support, directly easing A&E overcrowding and ensuring timely access to care.
WHO Innovations in Psychological Interventions: Advancing Global Mental Health Care
The World Health Organization offers a range of online resources highlighting innovative psychological interventions that improve mental health care worldwide. These tools support better access and treatment for people with mental health and substance use challenges.
How AI Could Expand and Improve Access to Mental Health Treatment
AI is emerging as a common tool to expand mental health care access post-COVID, especially in underserved regions. With 85% of people going untreated, the article shares data from WHO and Oliver Wyman and calls for ethical, human-guided use.
AI Therapy May Help with Mental Health, but Innovation Should Never Outpace Ethics
AI therapy tools can improve mental health access, but experts warn ethics must keep pace to ensure safety, empathy, and equity.
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