Patient AI
Enhancing CBT Training Through AI Role-Play
An experimental project developing a language-technology-based virtual patient simulator for mental health students to practice and improve their clinical skills.
About the Study
A novel approach to clinical training
This research project investigates the feasibility and acceptability of using AI for virtual patient role-plays to enhance clinical training experiences.
- Purpose
Develop a virtual patient role-play simulator for mental health students focused on CBT training, helping to practice and improve clinical competence.
- Application
The Patient AI application allows you to type or "voice call" with a virtual patient, simulating therapeutic assessment and intervention scenarios.
- Scope
This is a proof-of-concept study that will help design and refine future iterations of the application, aimed at enhancing CBT training experiences.
Benefits
Enhancing clinical training
Patient AI provides several benefits to enhance the learning experience of mental health trainees.
Self-paced Learning
Practice therapeutic techniques through unlimited role-plays at your own convenience, without the pressure of a live supervision session.
Safe Learning Environment
Experiment with different therapeutic approaches in a virtual environment without the risk of negative consequences for real patients.
Skill Development Feedback
Receive experimental feedback on demonstrated therapeutic skills, helping to identify areas of strength and opportunities for growth.
Confidence Building
Build confidence in applying CBT techniques through repeated practice in a variety of simulated clinical scenarios.
Contact
Research Team
For more information about the Patient AI study, please contact the research team.
Researchers
Tianyu Zhang
tianyu.zhang.20 at ucl.ac.uk
Ciaran O'Driscoll (Principal Researcher)
c.odriscoll at ucl.ac.uk
Department
Psychology and Language Sciences
University College London
Ethics Approval
This study has been approved by the UCL Research Ethics Committee
Project ID number: 21883/006