27. The Feelings Lab - The Future of Mental Health Assessment w/ Dr. Emilia Molimpakis

This podcast episode explores the future of mental health assessment and the potential of new technologies, such as video games and AI, to improve the current mental health system. The guest, Emilia Molimpakis, CEO and co-founder of Thymia, shares her personal journey and motivation for founding Thymia, which focuses on addressing the gaps in mental health care. The episode discusses the challenges of subjective assessments, the need for objective measures of mental health, and the potential of video games and AI to provide a more comprehensive understanding of cognitive patterns and emotional responses. It also explores the complexities of mental health diagnoses, the limitations of traditional diagnostic categories, and the importance of personalized treatment plans tailored to individual symptom profiles. The podcast concludes by discussing the potential of digital assistants in mental health care and the importance of adopting a holistic approach to optimize mental well-being.