Technology Can Read Your Mind

Technology Can Read Your Mind

“The increasing availability of information and communication technologies has opened new perspectives for the prevention, self-help, and treatment of mental disorders” (Bauer &Moessner 2012). Prior to information and communication technologies, research on psychotherapy was based on pre-and post-assessments. Which only assessed a patient at the beginning of their diagnosis and at the end of their treatment. However, beginning in the 1990’s programs began arising that could track the progress of a patient with a mental disorder which in the end helps the effectiveness of the treatment given to the individual. With the various technological advances, available researchers and psychotherapists can now have a better outlook on a patient’s emotional, and mental state. Technology advancements in psychology are allowing researchers and psychologists to further understand and properly treat an individual. Some of these technological advances include diagnostic equipment, technology based therapy and technological modernizations that can help adolescents and young adults with their mental health.

“3 Ways Technology Has Affected the Field of Psychology.” Three Ways Technology Has Affected the Field of Psychology | CareersinPsychology.org, careersinpsychology.org/three-ways-technology-affected-field-psychology/.

The writerexplains how new technology has affected diagnostics and therapy in the psychology field. The writer supports his/her explanation by using the expert testimony of Cara Maksimow of Rutgers and Columbia University. The author’s purpose is to clarify the controversial trend of internet technology being used in psychology so that readers become more aware of the benefits paired with technology in psychological treatment. The author writes in a professional tone for college students interested in careers in psychology. This article in beneficial to the research because it points out the advantageous technological advancements made in the psychology field

Bauer, Stephanie, and Markus Moessner. “Technology-Enhanced Monitoring in Psychotherapy and e-Mental Health.” Journal of Mental Health, vol. 21, no. 4, 2012, pp. 355–363. doi:10.3109/09638237.2012.667886.

Stephanie Bauer and Markus Moessner, researchers at The Center for Psychotherapy in Heidelberg, Germany, explain in their findings how technology enhanced assessments are changing perspectives for research related to mental health. Bauer and Moessner support their explanation by describing how information and communication technologies can be used to facilitate our understanding of mental health and recovery. The authors’ purpose is to inform their readers of the new technology that is driving the world of psychology so that those who are interested can have a better understanding of the future of psychology research. The authors’ use a professional tone for college students actively pursuing a degree in psychology as well as other who are interested in the field.

Garman, Rachel. “Blending Psychology and Technology | Penn State University.” Penn State University, news.psu.edu/story/368511/2015/09/08/impact/blending-psychology-and-technology.

Rachel Garman, a writer for Penn State News, in the article Blending Psychology and Technology, explains the effects of how new tech based programs are being used to help patients become aware of and mediate their stress levels through the use of an app and face to face therapy. Garman supports her explanation by describing the studies performed and results found by Penn State psychology professor Michelle Newman. The writer’s purpose is to inform in order to publicize the break through use of technology in the studying of mental health. The writeruses a casual tone for college students with an interest in psychology. This source is beneficial in the research because it actively demonstrates the use of tech advancements in the psychology field.

Sutch, Dan. “Using Technology in the Fight against Mental Health Problems.” British Journal of School Nursing, vol. 8, no. 3, 2013, pp. 145–146. doi:10.12968/bjsn.2013.8.3.145.

Dan Sutch, head of developmental research at Dominant Trust, explains the applicable use of digital technology to address mental health issues. Sutch supports his explanation by using statistics examples and methods on how to maintain good mental health. The author’s purpose is to persuade people to become more aware of what mental illness really means and how it affects more people than what is commonly realized. The author uses a professional tone for college students and parents of young children.