Usf Develops Ai Tool To Detect Ptsd In Kids Through Facial Cues
The researchers of this new study explain that diagnosis of PTSD in children is extremely challenging because children find it difficult to communicate their traumatic experiences through words. USF researchers built an AI tool to detect PTSD in children’s facial expressions. The AI analyzes anonymized facial movements during trauma-related interviews. PTSD is hard to diagnose in children due to avoidance and communication challenges. To tackle this issue, the researchers at the University of South Florida (USF) have developed an AI-powered diagnostic tool, which shows promise to transform current practices....