(35) Development of an AI Platform for Training SBIRT with SUD/OUD Prevention and Treatment

Abstract : Addressing an increased awareness for health care providers offering mental health and primary care regarding the need for substance misuse and the opioid crisis a virtual reality (VR) simulation was created for conducting Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT). This platform had a limitation that required the need for an AI web-based platform to respond naturally and on its own. Increasing the ability to launch the VR simulation in multiple locations.

In creating the AI platform qualitative testing was conducted with content matter experts for feedback on the AI model. Fourteen faculty and PMHNP’s tested the AI-driven web-based version of the SBIRT simulation, which included recorded video prebrief, scenario conversation with the AI, and recorded video instructions for self-reflection debrief. AI-enabled assessment was also built-in using elements from the Global Interprofessional Therapeutic Communication Scale (GITCS).

Data collection was post-simulation survey with content validity and usability questions on the naturalness of the AI and its ability to respond appropriately to therapeutic and non-therapeutic communication. Participants rated the naturalness of the AI 4.07 on a 5-point Likert scale. General comments were positive for the robustness of the AI’s responses and minor recommendations for user interface.

Although the AI model seems to respond appropriately to user interaction, more consideration is needed for the accuracy of the AI-generated assessment with the GITCS tool. The development team plans to do initial analysis inaccuracies before having the research team further validate the AI’s assessments of participant communication.

Please include a short summary of your presentation that highlights why an attendee would want to participate in your session.: With an increase in substance misuse and abuse, a VR simulation was developed to help educate students, advanced practice providers, and providers in healthcare to conduct Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) while learning therapeutic communication. An AI web-based platform was tested by fourteen subject matter experts with feedback provided for improvement.