Recovery Discovery | “in the lab” (AI + Motivational Interviewing)
DeAnn and Craig discuss the potential of AI in SUD therapy, specifically using motivational interviewing (MI) to help individuals change behavior. They recap their previous experiment with a chatbot and introduce a new test where the AI applies MI to help DeAnn address her drinking habits. The AI effectively reflects DeAnn's ambivalence and resistance, demonstrating key MI principles like empathy and rolling with resistance. DeAnn notes the AI's neutrality and adaptability, while Craig appreciates its ability to maintain a conversation. They also consider cultural adaptations for MI and the importance of building a therapeutic connection.
Episode Notes: Reflecting on the AI's Performance
Craig and DeAnn discuss the AI's performance, noting its ability to reflect DeAnn's words and effectively roll with resistance accurately.
DeAnn appreciates the AI's explanation of MI and its application of key principles, but finds the reflecting back of her words somewhat mechanical.
DeAnn suggests that cultural adaptations could enhance the AI's performance in MI, proposing a future experiment to test this.
DeAnn emphasizes the importance of building an alliance to offer insight that feels personalized.
Craig highlights the role of commonalities and shared experiences in therapy, suggesting that these factors could influence AI's effectiveness.
