Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Smartphones could take the place of your therapist in the future

Smartphones could take the place of your therapist in the future

So your cell phone has replaced your alarm clock; it has taken the place of your calculator, your encyclopedia, your stereo, your camera and your road atlas. Next could be your therapist. Researchers at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine believes that a phone is capable of monitoring your mood to help treat issues such as depression and keep an eye on your diligence to take medication. In psychology, a smartphone could, conceivably, replace weekly therapy sessions, and potentially even prevent depression by detecting symptoms and offering possible solutions.

2DayBlog.com

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