Tom Insel

Dr. Tom Insel, the former director of the National Institute of Mental Health and current leader in mental health innovation at Alphabet's Verily, discusses the intersection of technology and mental health. He highlights how smartphone data can transform treatment methodologies while addressing privacy concerns. Insel explores the dual nature of social media, weighing its benefits against potential harms, particularly for youth during the COVID era. He also emphasizes the urgency for innovative solutions targeting serious mental illnesses, fostering hope for the future of mental health care.