psychoeducation
/ˌsaɪkoʊˌɛdʒʊˈkeɪʃən/
Definition
The practice of providing information and guidance to individuals about their mental health, coping strategies, and well-being to improve self-understanding.
Etymology
The word is a compound of 'psycho-', from the Greek 'psyche' (mind/soul), and 'education', from the Latin 'educatio' (the act of teaching or training). It emerged in the 20th century to describe the therapeutic process of informing patients about their psychological conditions.
In the news
In this article, the term is used to describe a specific activity for which users turn to AI chatbots, alongside companionship and therapy. It highlights how users seek educational support for their mental health needs from these digital tools.
Barriers to understanding how many people use AI for mental health support: an estimate and narrative review
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