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A framework for language technologies in behavioral research and clinical applications: Ethical challenges,
Catherine Diaz-Asper1, Mathias K Hauglid2, Chelsea Chandler3
1Department of Psychology, Marymount University.
The American Psychologist
|January 18, 2024
Summary
Advances in speech and language technology offer psychologists new tools for understanding communication and mental health. However, ethical considerations and potential biases in automated speech analysis require careful attention.
Area of Science:
- Psychological science
- Computational linguistics
- Artificial intelligence
Background:
- Technological advancements in automatic speech recognition, natural language processing, and machine learning offer significant opportunities for psychology.
- These technologies can automate assessments, deliver psychological care via chatbots, and improve healthcare access through remote monitoring.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the potential of speech and language technologies in psychological science.
- To provide a balanced perspective on the benefits, challenges, and ethical implications of automated speech analysis in psychology.
Main Methods:
- Review of current technological capabilities in speech and language analysis.
- Discussion of applications in clinical assessment, patient care, and research.
- Analysis of ethical and legal considerations, including transparency, oversight, and potential biases.
Main Results:
- Automated speech analysis offers novel ways to understand human cognition, communication, and clinical conditions.
- Applications range from educational assessments and mental health chatbots to mHealth tools and clinical research.
- Automation presents complexities, requiring integrated technologies and stakeholder collaboration.
Conclusions:
- Speech and language technologies hold immense promise for advancing psychological science and healthcare delivery.
- It is crucial to address the ethical challenges, including discrimination and structural inequalities, associated with these powerful tools.
- A balanced approach is needed to harness the benefits while mitigating the risks of AI in psychological applications.
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