The field of mental health has been undergoing a transformation in recent years with the creation of an artificial intelligence system called “Lib” by Sheba Medical Center in collaboration with Microsoft and KPMG. This system is designed to help psychiatrists evaluate patients with various mental conditions such as post-trauma, anxiety, depression, and emotional distress. The initial research phase showed that the system could accurately identify patients’ mental states with a high level of accuracy.
The demand for mental health services has been steadily increasing in recent years, particularly following recent events that have heightened the need for support. However, the field has faced challenges such as limited resources and a shortage of therapists. Recognizing the potential benefits of artificial intelligence technology, Sheba Medical Center embarked on research to develop a decision support tool for psychiatrists to streamline the diagnosis and treatment of mental health patients.
“Lib” is an interactive conversational tool that allows patients to engage in conversations in Hebrew and create personalized characters to interact with. Through empathetic and attentive interactions, the system can provide patients with a diagnosis, recommendations, and personalized treatment plans. The effectiveness of “Lib” has been validated through comparisons with human psychiatrists, showing a high level of agreement in recommendations.
The use of artificial intelligence technology specifically Generative AI has the potential to bridge existing gaps in mental health care by enabling therapists to respond to more patients and provide more effective treatment. By leveraging Microsoft Azure and OpenAI developments “Lib” ensures privacy and security for users and organizations. The system’s ability to assess patients’ conditions and provide appropriate interventions can help optimize the allocation of mental health resources.
In cases where patients require urgent intervention, the system can alert medical staff in real-time ensuring timely care. For less critical cases, the system can offer emotional treatment options such as mindfulness exercises and relaxation techniques. By providing therapists with valuable insights and treatment recommendations “Lib” aims to enhance the quality and availability of mental health care services.
Overall, the development of “Lib” represents a significant advancement in mental health care leveraging artificial intelligence technology to support therapists enhancing patient care improving efficiency