Zoom webinar summary

Quick recap

David Lopis presented today the use of AI and the potential ethical considerations of AI in psychological practice. David discussed the transparency of use of AI with clients. He also discussed the potential privacy issues that might arise from using Zoom for note-taking and the need for participants to be informed before initiating a recording. David also introduced various AI tools such as Chat GPT, Jasper, Replika and Gamma, and their potential uses in therapy settings.

Summary AI in Psychological Practice: Use Cases and Ethics

David discussed the use cases, ethical considerations, and potential of AI in psychological practice. They acknowledged that the presentation itself was using AI and encouraged transparency in its use. David emphasised the need for managing the use of AI, and reminded attendees that he was not providing legal advice. David suggested visiting the Chat GPT website for further exploration of AI in psychological practice. David also highlighted potential uses such as correspondence, report writing, content improvement, note writing and practise as a client for supervision purposes.

Zoom Privacy and AI Usage Concerns Addressed

David addressed concerns about using Zoom for note-taking and the potential privacy issues that might arise. They suggested informing participants before initiating a recording and possibly including this in the initial agreements with clients. They also discussed the importance of the platform meeting certain standards, such as the AHPRA standards. Concerns were raised about third-party access and the potential privacy compromise, and discussed the level of security of the technological system. David also mentioned the possibility of using Chat GPT for verbal question and answer app for role play. Finally, they discussed the potential uses of AI for marketing, research, and mental health purposes.

Chat System Functionality and Customisation

David explained the functionality of a chat system that allows users to navigate between discussions and start new chats, which are always accessible on the left side of the page. They highlighted the importance of providing custom instructions to improve the quality of feedback and support, including specific details about work, therapeutic modality, and interests. David also emphasised the need to instruct the chat system not to make up information and to use formal language. They suggested viewing the chat system as a multi-step process to avoid disappointment with initial responses. They demonstrated how to refine a request to make it more specific and tailored to one's work. Clare clarified that the system being used was the free version.

Chat GPT's Utilisation in Clinical Settings

David discussed the utilisation of Chat GPT in clinical settings, highlighting its ability to recognise client preferences and interests. They emphasised the importance of maintaining client confidentiality, outlining the fine line between general and specific information. David also introduced Chat GPT Plus, an upgraded version with improved availability and sophistication, and the capability to access the internet for real-time information analysis. They showed how the Chat GPT's output can vary based on the user's prompt and the degree of specificity in the request.

Exploring AI Capabilities and Tools for Enhanced Productivity

David discussed the capabilities and potential of AI, specifically through the use of plugins and tools such as Chat GPT, doc maker, prompt perfect, and ask your PDF. He explained that these tools add a layer of sophistication to AI, allowing it to perform tasks such as producing psycho education resources or summarising PDFs. David also introduced Jasper, another AI tool that assists with marketing and search engine optimisation, among other things. They highlighted the 'magic arrow' feature of Jasper, which enables the AI to predict and generate content based on the context of the document. David concluded by encouraging questions and further discussions about individual applications of these AI tools.

Jasper Tool for Content Generation

David introduced and explained the functionality of a tool called Jasper, which allows users to generate specific content such as bullet points or paragraphs by using a plus sign feature. They emphasised the tool's ability to speed up report writing and its potential for future collaborations with clients. David also discussed the ethical considerations involved, and responded to a question about the cost of Jasper, stating that there are different pricing models, with a cheaper option priced at $39 per month.

AI Treatment Planning: Innovative Ideas and Challenges

David discussed innovative ideas for AI treatment planning in a therapeutic context. They suggested the use of scripts and stories that are more client-centred and relatable, such as a scenario involving a 17-year-old male with social anxiety. They also proposed the idea of tailoring therapy goals to align with the client's interests. David also touched on the use of AI for supervision, sharing their mixed experiences and suggesting the use of AI as a practice client for provisional psychologists. Finally, they highlighted the importance of understanding the nature of AI, distinguishing between models that view AI as simply reorganising information and those that view AI as a sophisticated intelligent system.

AI Ethics and Risks in Plagiarism and Transparency

David discussed the potential issues and risks associated with using AI in the context of plagiarism, data confidentiality, and transparency. They suggested ways to manage these concerns, such as gaining clients' consent before using AI, using plagiarism checkers, and crediting the use of AI. David also highlighted the importance of transparency in discussing with clients about the use of AI. They mentioned the need for more clarity on the permissibility of using AI in certain areas like Medicare reports and government programs. Finally, they suggested the creation of psychological AI communities to share strategies and ideas on ethical and effective use of AI.

AI Tools for Enhancing Productivity and Efficiency

David discussed the current and potential uses of AI tools in various fields, including chatbots like Chat GPT and Jasper. They shared their experience with Clinico for case notes and mentioned the possibility of AI tools for client appointment management. They also addressed questions about the cost and subscription options of these tools, suggesting that it might be beneficial to try out these tools before fully committing. David also differentiated between automation and AI use, emphasising the importance of human involvement in the process. Towards the end, they presented the Gamma app for creating presentations.

AI Tools for Presentations and Research Ethics

David discussed the potential uses of AI tools for creating presentations and conducting research. They highlighted tools such as an AI-assisted PowerPoint builder, Perplexity for individualised research, and Replika for social interaction with AI. David also shared their thoughts on the ethical and legal considerations surrounding AI, and expressed their hope to present more on this topic in the future.

Next steps

• Consider using AI tools like Jasper or ChatGPT for treatment planning and report generation.

• Discuss the use of AI with clients and include it in the consent process.

• Explore the ethical considerations and potential risks associated with AI use in psychology.

• Consider joining the Psychology AI Facebook group for tips and strategies.

• Contact David for consultation or training on AI in psychology.

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