The Intersection of AI: Entertainment, Mental Health, Media Violence, and Health Care Disparities

Session Type: Symposium

Abstract

This symposium will present and discuss four papers on the theme of media, culture, and learning education from multiple perspectives. Topics include: the negative impact of AI-generated content on marginalized groups in the entertainment industry; the application of AI in mental health diagnoses; the influence of violent media on behavior; and the implications for precision medicine's equitable care for Black American women. All aim to address educational and social issues through various approaches and solutions. This collection of papers are part of the New Jersey Scholars Program (NJSP), a five-week, highly selective summer program for rising seniors throughout the state of New Jersey. Following a general introduction of NJSP, each Scholar will present their papers.

Sub Unit

• SIG-Media, Culture, and Learning

Chair

• John Mullen, Rowan University

Papers

• How Will AI Embed Itself in the Entertainment Industry, Affecting Viewers' Perception of Cultural Hegemony? - Parsvi Shah, New Jersey Scholars Program

• The Role of Data in Applying AI to Mental Health Practice - Justin Liu, New Jersey Scholars Program

• Violence Among Us: The Connection Between Portrayal of Violence in Media and Aggressive Behavior - Samuel Dorfman, Wayne Hills High School

• Examining the Efficacy of Precision Medicine in Mitigating Health-Care Disparities for Black Women - Pennie Lu, Montgomery High School