Ep. 21: Can AI Predict Depression? w/ Craig Mason

In Today’s Episode: Can AI Predict Depression? Join us as we talk with Craig Mason, Co-founder and CEO of Raise Health, who shares his insights on how AI is transforming mental health by detecting early warning signs and connecting people with the right support. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -AI can detect signs of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts through language patterns. -Most people struggling with mental health don’t seek help—AI could bridge that gap. -The future of mental health care lies in early detection and seamless intervention. Questions We Answer in This Episode: -How does AI analyze language to detect mental health issues? -What are the biggest challenges in integrating AI into mental health care? -Can AI truly make mental health care more accessible and effective? (0:00) Introduction and guest Craig Mason (4:06) Craig Mason's journey from finance to health tech (8:09) Craig Mason's mental health journey and tools (13:17) Raise Health: Mission and mental health detection (17:10) AI integration and signals detected by Raise Health (20:17) Feedback and early adoption challenges of Raise Health (23:02) Consumer version and building Raise Health (26:34) Market fit and research partnerships (32:14) Real-world applications and future impact of Raise Health (36:06) Recognizing mental health red flags (39:53) Risks in mental health prediction (42:04) Long-term goals and future of mental health (45:42) Signature last questions (51:01) Wrap-up and outro