AI reads faces and voices to spot hidden mental health issues in ER
NCT ID NCT06473558
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study explores whether artificial intelligence can help emergency department doctors identify depression and anxiety in patients. Researchers will record 30 adult patients' facial expressions and voice tones as they read a story, and then use AI to analyze those recordings. The goal is to see if the AI can match standard screening questionnaires for depression and anxiety, potentially offering a new tool for early detection.
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Active substance
AI software analyzing facial expressions and voice recordings
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a quick, non-invasive way for emergency doctors to identify patients who may be struggling with depression or anxiety.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage study with only 30 participants. The AI may not be accurate enough, and results may not apply to all patients or settings.
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University Hospitals ED
Cleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States
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