What all physicians need to know about wearables (and tech) in mental health careWhat all physicians need to know about wearables (and tech) in mental health care
Quick Takes: A podcast by physicians, for physicians
On this episode of Quick Takes Dr. Gratzer sits down with returning guest and digital psychiatry expert, Dr. John Torous Torous (of Harvard Medical School), to talk tech, data, and their growing integration into mental health care. They discuss how data captured on devices (especially sleep, diet, and exercise) can have a widespread impact on care and treatment for multiple mental health diagnoses and overall health; the types of passive data that can be collected; and the pros (behaviour and environment) and cons (privacy, privacy, privacy!) that come with it.
28:40•17 Nov 2021
How Wearables Are Revolutionizing Mental Health Care: A Chat with Dr. David Gratzer and Dr. John Torous
“We know that it's feasible to collect this data right, but we haven't seen a lot of, perhaps, integration into treatment plans...That said, I imagine we're going to start seeing a lot more research, because these things are going to have to soon show the value.”
Can a smartwatch help manage mental health? That's one of the intriguing questions tackled in this episode of 'Quick Takes'. Dr. David Gratzer sits down with digital psychiatry expert Dr. John Torous to explore the expanding role of wearables in mental health care. This isn't just about counting steps; it's about how data from devices like watches, rings, and phones can provide valuable insights into patients' sleep patterns, exercise habits, and even social behaviors.
Imagine being able to predict a manic episode before it happens or fine-tuning treatment plans based on real-time data. It's exciting stuff, but it's not without its challenges. Privacy concerns loom large, and the duo doesn't shy away from discussing the potential risks and ethical considerations of using such data. They also touch on how the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of telehealth and what that means for the future of asynchronous care.
If you're curious about how technology is shaping the future of mental health care, this episode is a must-listen.
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