AI Boosts Mental Health Access for Diverse Groups

Limbic AI research demonstrates the effectiveness of AI in increasing mental health access, particularly for non-binary and ethnic minority patients. The study, published in Nature Medicine, reveals a 179% and 29% increase in referrals for these groups, using the AI tool. The company's CEO emphasizes the role of AI-enabled chatbots in making mental health services more accessible and inclusive, allowing clinicians to focus on their human touch. Additionally, Dr. P. Murali Doraiswamy highlights the value of AI in mental healthcare, supporting the NHS' race equality framework for patients and carers.