Trust, Trauma, and Technology: An Intimate Chat with Emily Shaw, NPTrust, Trauma, and Technology: An Intimate Chat with Emily Shaw, NP
Heal Your Roots Podcast
Emily Shaw discusses technology's impact on mental health, AI in child psychiatry, and intergenerational trauma.
42:30•26 Apr 2023
Tech, Trauma, and Trust: Emily Shaw on Mental Health's Modern Challenges
Episode Overview
- Emily shares her concerns about the infiltration of AI in child psychiatry and its potential drawbacks
- The episode explores the impact of technology on academic integrity in adolescents and addresses concerns about the influence of technology on adolescents
- The conversation delves into the significance of the therapeutic relationship with a human being over interacting with AI
- The discussion touches on the influence of collective cultures on family dynamics and the transmission of maladaptive behaviors across generations
- Emily offers compelling insights into the influence of historical trauma on current family dynamics, highlighting the complex interplay between technology, culture, and mental health
“I don't think it'll be as therapeutic for people to interact with an AI.”
Ever thought about how technology is reshaping mental health? In this engaging episode of the Heal Your Roots Podcast, Nurse Practitioner Emily Shaw dives into the complexities of our digital age and its impact on mental well-being. Emily, a specialist in psychiatry, brings her expertise to the table, discussing everything from the infiltration of tech in therapy to the rising stress levels in kids today.
She offers practical advice on talking to children about their tech use and shares her concerns about AI's role in child psychiatry. Are we losing the human touch in therapy? Emily thinks so and explains why the therapeutic relationship is irreplaceable. But that's not all. The conversation takes a deep dive into intergenerational trauma, exploring how family dynamics and historical trauma shape our mental health.
Emily sheds light on the challenges faced by immigrant families and the transmission of maladaptive behaviors across generations. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, culture, and mental health. Whether you're a parent worried about your child's screen time or someone curious about how past traumas affect present relationships, Emily's insights will leave you thinking long after the episode ends.
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