Live webinar air date: May 15, 2026, 9 a.m., Eastern time
Date
CE credits
2
Exam items
15
Series
AI, Technology, and Growing Minds
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Description
The usage of artificial intelligence (AI) is critical for professionals to understand. This webinar examines how adolescents engage with AI daily, from social media algorithms to generative tools for learning, creativity, and connection. Through a mental health lens, the session explores cognitive, emotional, and social impacts of AI use during critical developmental stages. Attendees will gain evidence-based insights into the benefits, risks, and ethical considerations. Practical guidance is provided for providers to support healthy, developmentally appropriate AI use. Emphasis will be on balanced, informed decision-making and strategies that promote resilience, critical thinking, and well-being in teens navigating rapidly evolving technologies.
Learning objectives
- Summarize current research evidence on the benefits and limitations of AI in adolescent mental health.
- Describe how and why teens are using AI chatbots for emotional support and psychoeducation, and evaluate the benefits and risks of this use.
- Apply practical strategies to guide clinicians in supporting safe and developmentally appropriate AI use.
Presenters
Mina D. Nguyen-Driver, PsyD
A pediatric psychologist and professor at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Arkansas Children’s Hospital. She serves as the co-director of training and passionately engages in teaching and mentorship for underrepresented minorities, undergraduate and graduate students.
Darren M. Janzen, PsyD
A pediatric psychologist and associate professor at the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). As associate director of clinical training for the OHSU Clinical Psychology PhD Program, he regularly engages in teaching and mentorship for underrepresented graduate students.
