On November 27th, 2024, Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) will host a one-day hybrid workshop on Mental Health and AI – the role of artificial intelligence in maintaining mental health.

Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME), with support from the Active Assisted Living (AAL) Programme, is bringing together experts, researchers, and innovators to explore how AI can help prevent, diagnose, and manage mental health challenges, especially in societies with ageing populations.

The workshop – Mental Health and AI – the role of artificial intelligence in maintaining mental health – will offer attendees the opportunity to discuss cutting-edge topics at the intersection of mental health and AI.

Attendance is free, but due to limited space, advance registration is required – see link below.

Workshop highlights

The workshop will open with a welcome from BME representatives and will feature a series of sessions throughout the day. Notable sessions include:

• Prevention and early detection of mental decline – Experts will discuss AI-driven approaches for recognising dementia and mental decline. Presentations will cover hand movement and speech analysis, as well as AI-supported diagnosis and therapy in psychiatry.
• Needs and opportunities for digitalisation – This session will highlight the demand for digital solutions in elderly care, presenting innovations like “MentalFitness,” an AI-powered platform for mental health assessments, and a dementia-focused conversational AI tool.
• AI solutions and future opportunities – Attendees will explore advanced AI tools like Bayesian–LLM Intelligent Assistants and gamification in healthcare to support patient engagement.
• Human-centred AI – Considering the ethical dimensions, this session will examine AI’s role in assisting people with dementia and feature discussions on the challenges of developing human-centered AI.
• EU’s AI act and its impacts – With AI regulation on the rise, this session will cover the implications of the EU’s AI act on medical devices, highlighting practical insights for healthcare technologies.

Networking breaks throughout the day will provide valuable opportunities to connect with other delegates to discuss digital health solutions and the ethical, privacy, and security dimensions of AI in mental health.

Goals of the workshop

This important workshop aims to present a comprehensive view of the latest digital advancements in mental health, illustrating how AI can both meet current needs and open doors for future innovation. Through the diverse sessions, it will explore the challenges and opportunities in integrating AI into mental health care, especially in ways that prioritise human-centred design, privacy, and security. It also poses the question about whether Europe is heading in the right direction with its increasing AI regulation.

By encouraging dialogue among experts, policymakers, and developers, the event aims to foster collaborative solutions to make mental health care more accessible, efficient, and tailored to the needs of an aging population.

As well as deepening our understanding of AI’s role in healthcare, the networking opportunities that exist will help build the connections that will drive impactful progress in this essential field.

The event is organised by the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics at BME in collaboration with the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Systems Engineering, Multilogic Ltd., and Semmelweis University’s Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, with additional support from the AI EDIH project. It is being fully supported by the AAL Programme.

Save the Date!
When: Wednesday, November 27, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where: BME, Building “I”, Room IB023, 1117 Budapest, Magyar tudósok körútja 2
Registration Link: Click here to register

For more details, reach out to Dr. Péter Hanák at BME VIK (hanak (at) emt.bme.hu) or other organising contacts listed above.