Democratising access through technology | Reimagine Mental Health | Investec

Technology has opened new doors in mental health support and data collection, broadening access to support and enabling proactive management of mental illness.
Katy Katopodis speaks to Behavidence's Dr. Janine Ellenberger, Panda's Allan Sweiden and Hannover Re's Dr. Matthew Procter.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:45 How can technology provide support for mental health?
00:01:49 The rise of depression and anxiety
00:02:34 How is technology assisting with mental health conditions?
00:03:25 What is the Panda application?
00:04:57 How did Covid-19 impact predictions of mental health?
00:06:39 The psychology behind mental health
00:08:15 How can technology enhance the dispensation of medication?
00:09:25 What is a mental health calculator?
00:11:30 How are we changing the face of life insurance in SA?
00:12:46 How does the panda app challenge the negative view of social media?
00:16:14 All you need to know about Dr Google
00:19:47 What is predisposed depression?
00:20:19 How can journalism have a positive impact on mental health?
00:25:58 Closing