Ep. 178: A cultural shift in the use of music as a sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic tool; with David Greenberg, PhD

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A fusion of music and AI is spearheading a cultural shift, turning music into a sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic powerhouse. Dr. David Greenberg, a renowned neuroscientist and research psychologist, believes that during the next decades “humanity will witness a fundamental shift in the way the world uses sound and music – from a primary form of entertainment to a deeply therapeutic tool.” We discuss a new pioneering platform merging technology and music therapy, and its ability to revolutionize how quickly, accurately, and cost-effectively behavioral and mental health conditions can be screened and treated.

Guest

Dr. David Greenberg is pioneering new ways to exponentially increase the reach of this healing power of music. He has been deeply involved in the research and technological innovation that is making music available as a sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic tool. Dr. Greenberg is a research psychologist and neuroscientist. He is known for his research on musical preferences, personality, and autism. His research has been published in numerous journals and has been reported on by media including CNN, BBC, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.

Notes

We discuss:

Dr. Greenberg’s latest project involves groundbreaking research, innovation involving music and neuroscience, healthtech, and AI. It’s a multifaceted entity called CHIME (Center for Health Innovation, Music, and Education).
What CHIME is and why David saw the need to create it.
20% of all people are neurodiverse or have a mental health condition; but only half have a diagnosis. 1.2 billion people are in need of screening and diagnosis
CHIME is currently live and available in 38 States and 27+ countries.
Music Therapy is used to treat over 20 conditions and disorders
The research CHIME is engaged in and who its research partners are
The educational component to CHIME
CHIME’s music therapy advocacy efforts
The special connection between autism and music
CHIME AI combines the power of AI and audio environments to change the way the world screens for and treats behavioral and mental health.
CHIME’s AI is called “SNaP”: Screening for Neurodiversity and Psychology
SNaP screens for 15 conditions all at once: ADHD; Anorexia; Autism; Bipolar; Bulimia; BDP; Depression; GAD; NPD; OCD; Panic Disorder; PTSD; SAD; Schizophrenia; Social Anxiety
Typical costs to use CHIME’s services

Connect/Other Resources

Davidmgreenberg.com
Get therapy at www.heychime.com
Get screening at www.heychime.ai
Socials: @dryeshayadavid
David on Twitter
David on LinkedIn
David on Instagram
David’s YouTube Channel

Other episodes we mentioned or that you may enjoy:

In-Episode Promo

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Coda

David shares about his time with Derek Paravicini and what he taught David about music and autism.

Closing Words

Thank you so much to Dr. Greenberg for joining us today, and for all he does to enhance lives with music through his research, advocacy, and innovations. There are links in the show notes to all the resources we discussed, including quick access to CHIME’s game-changing screening and telehealth music therapy; links to previous episodes we referenced; and also a transcript of this episode.

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MINDY PETERSON, NCTM