Research Symposium

BIO

I am a sophomore student from Lithia, FL, who is currently majoring in Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences - Clinical Professions at Florida State University. I am on a pre-medical track, with aspirations of practicing in either pediatrics or family medicine. I am also a member of both the Honors Program and the Honors Medical Scholars (HMS) Program. During my time at FSU, I have engaged in a wide range of activities, including tutoring migrant children in Quincy, FL, and volunteering with the CCAV program at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare.

Can ChatGPT Diagnose Psychopathology? Developing a Chatbot to Assess for Alcohol Use Disorder

Abstract

This study aims to develop a prototype AI chatbot capable of conducting diagnostic interviews based on the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM (SCID). By leveraging artificial intelligence, this research explores the potential of AI-driven diagnostic tools to improve accessibility and efficiency in mental health assessments. The chatbot is designed to simulate clinical interviews by asking structured SCID-based questions, with an initial focus on diagnosing alcohol use disorder within the past 12 months and classifying severity as mild, moderate, or severe. Its performance will be evaluated based on diagnostic accuracy, alignment with clinical assessments, and user interaction quality. Future iterations will expand its diagnostic scope to additional mental health conditions. The expected outcome is a functional AI prototype demonstrating the feasibility of AI-assisted diagnostic tools in mental health screening. This research highlights the potential of AI to supplement traditional diagnostic methods, facilitating early intervention and expanding access to mental health care.

Keywords: artificial intelligence, psychology, mental health