A proposed theoretical psychological accompaniment model: "Support Companion" for individuals with special needs

Psychological support for individuals with disabilities remains a significant challenge for their families or caregivers. In this context, artificial intelligence, particularly chatbots, presents a powerful opportunity to enhance access to psychological support for this group. Therefore, this paper presents the theoritical framework for creating an intelligent model called "Support Companion," aimed at providing initial psychological support tailored to the culture of individuals with disabilities and their caregivers. The proposed model is based on principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy and psychosocial support, utilizing artificial intelligence techniques such as natural language processing and machine learning, in order to provide immediate intervention strategies suitable for the client's situation. The "Support Companion" model also includes initial psychological assessment, guidance instructions, and an intelligent referral system for specialized assistance. In conclusion, the proposal of the "Support Companion" model represents a significant step toward improving access to psychological support for individuals with disabilities, with a commitment to ongoing development and enhancement based on user needs.

• chatbots
• psychological support
• people with disabilities
• caregivers
• family caregivers
• cognitive behavioral therapy
• psychosocial support
• referral systems
• natural language processing
• machine learning
• access to mental health care

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• Digital Mental Health Interventions
• Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Education
• Assistive Technology in Communication and Mobility
• chatbots
• psychological support
• people with disabilities
• caregivers
• family caregivers
• cognitive behavioral therapy
• psychosocial support
• referral systems
• Applied Psychology
• Health Informatics
• Occupational Therapy
• Psychology
• Medicine
• Health Professions