Exploring Digital Mental Health with Craig DeLarge
Episode Overview
Digital tools can both support and hinder mental health. Anonymity in digital platforms helps overcome stigma. Teletherapy and apps are key digital interventions. Embedding wellness in daily tech use is vital. Balance benefits and risks of technology.
Technology is like a hammer. You can use it to build a house or bash someone's head in.
Ever wondered how digital technology could impact your mental health? In this episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristin Sunanta Walker chats with Craig DeLarge about the fascinating world of digital mental health. Craig and his wife, Cheryl L. DeLarge, run the Digital Mental Health Project, aiming to harness technology for better mental health support.
Craig shares his journey from being a healthcare executive to a mental health advocate, driven by personal experiences and a passion for responsible tech use. You'll hear about the challenges and opportunities that digital tools present, from teletherapy to therapeutic apps, wearables, and even virtual reality. Craig explains how these technologies can either support or hinder our mental well-being, emphasising the need for skillful use and proper privacy standards.
The discussion also touches on how anonymity in digital platforms can help overcome stigma and shame associated with mental health issues. Craig's positive outlook shines through as he talks about embedding wellness interventions into everyday digital experiences, like gaming or banking apps, to make mental health support more accessible. His approach is all about finding the balance between the benefits and risks of technology.
Kristin and Craig's conversation is both informative and inspiring, providing insights into how technology can be a tool for mental health improvement rather than a hindrance. So, if you're curious about the intersection of digital innovation and mental health, this episode is a must-listen. Could technology be the next frontier in mental health care?