Advancing Suicide Prevention: The Role of Technology and AI in Mental Health Care

• By: Mimi Winsberg, MD Brightside Health
• January 14th, 2025
• ai in healthcare, mental health, suicide, suicide prevention, technology, treatments, Winter 2025 Issue
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Suicide rates in the U.S. have reached alarming levels, with 13.2 million adults experiencing serious suicidal thoughts annually, 3.8 million making a plan, and 1.6 million attempting suicide. These statistics reflect a public health emergency that demands urgent attention. Yet, access to quality...

Breaking Down Barriers to Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Through Digital Innovation

• By: Julia Bernstein Brightside Health
• October 22nd, 2024
• accessible healthcare, addiction, alcohol use disorder, Fall 2024 Issue, recovery, substance use disorder, technology, telehealth
• 757    0

While the rise of the sober curious movement and the growing availability of non-alcoholic options signal a shift away from drinking, alcohol use disorder (AUD) remains prevalent. At the same time, substance use disorder (SUD) affects over 46 million people aged 12 and older, according to the 2021...