In this episode of 'One in Ten,' host Teresa Huizar speaks with Liisa Järvilehto, a psychologist and Ph.D. candidate at the University of Helsinki, about the positive uses of AI in child abuse investigations and forensic interviews. The conversation addresses the common misuse of AI and explores its potential in assisting professionals by proposing hypotheses, generating question sets, and more. The discussion delves into the application of large language models (LLMs) in generating alternative hypotheses and the nuances of using these tools to avoid confirmation bias in interviews. Huizar and Järvilehto also touch on the practical implications for current practitioners and future research directions.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction to the Episode

00:00 Introduction to the Episode

00:22 Exploring AI in Child Abuse Investigations

01:06 Introducing Liisa Järvilehto and Her Research

01:48 Challenges in Child Abuse Investigations

04:24 The Role of Large Language Models

06:28 Addressing Bias in Investigations

09:13 Hypothesis Testing in Forensic Interviews

12:18 Study Design and Findings

25:54 Implications for Practitioners

33:41 Future Research Directions

36:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources:

Pre-interview hypothesis generation: large language models (LLMs) show promise for child abuse investigations

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In this episode of 'One in Ten,' hosted by Teresa Huizar, Dr. Sheryl Chatfield from Kent State University discusses the alarming rise in youth suicides and its correlation with technology use. Delving into data from the National Violent Death Reporting System, Dr. Chatfield highlights the significant impact of technology, including social media and gaming, on youth mental health. They explore the triggers leading to suicidal thoughts, focusing on restrictions on technology use as precipitating factors. Dr. Chatfield also discusses the demographic trends in youth suicide and suggests prevention strategies, emphasizing the importance of diverse leisure activities and open communication between parents and their children. The episode concludes with practical advice for both professionals and parents on how to support youth effectively.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

01:22 Guest Introduction: Dr. Cheryl Chatfield

01:27 Research Origins: Technology and Youth Suicide

03:42 Trends in Youth Suicide

05:21 The Role of Technology in Suicidal Behavior

07:17 Understanding Suicidal Ideation in Youth

15:56 Age-Related Differences in Suicide Motivations

20:18 Impact of Mental Health Crisis on Youth

25:07 Conflicts and Restrictions Leading to Suicidal Behavior

26:48 Grieving the Loss of a Chatbot

27:35 Addiction and Withdrawal Symptoms

28:36 Social Media and Gaming Stress

29:48 Fear of Missing Out

31:05 Identity and Online Presence

32:13 Technology Use and Mental Health

36:44 Demographics of Youth Suicide

40:43 Prevention Strategies

46:52 Encouraging Diverse Activities

51:14 Concluding Thoughts

Resources:

• Exploring the role of technology in youth and adolescent deaths by suicide using data from the 2017-2019 National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS) - PubMed

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In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Jim Hamilton, an associate professor adjunct at Yale School of Medicine, on the topic of medical child abuse. They explore the complexities of why caregivers might fabricate illnesses in their children, the significant discrepancies that pediatricians should look for, and the systemic issues that enable this form of abuse. Dr. Hamilton shares insights from his experience and research, including an innovative study using school nurses to understand the prevalence and detection of medical child abuse. The episode underscores the importance of early intervention, compassionate care, and preventing the escalation of such cases to protect children and support families.

Time Topic

00:00 Introduction to Medical Child Abuse

01:21 Dr. Jim Hamilton's Journey into Medical Deception

04:19 Understanding Medical Child Abuse

06:33 Indicators and Evidence of Medical Child Abuse

09:52 The Role of Healthcare Professionals

12:02 Complexities in Diagnosing Medical Child Abuse

17:22 Systemic Issues and Parental Influence

25:10 Legal Challenges and Case Studies

26:14 The Chilling Reality of Medical Child Abuse

27:16 Prevalence and Study Design Insights

27:52 Understanding Medical Child Abuse: Rare or Not?

31:15 The Role of School Nurses in Identifying Abuse

36:04 Study Findings and Surprising Results

43:00 The Importance of Early Intervention and Compassion

51:40 Final Thoughts and Future Directions

Resources

Prevalence of Suspected Medical Child Abuse in the School Setting: A Study of School Nurses - PubMed

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