Grace Berman's research, writing, and program development focus on translating complex questions about technology and mental health into actionable guidance for clinicians, educators, parents, and policymakers.
A collection of essays and frameworks for understanding AI's impact on mental health, relationships, and human development.
An examination of how AI chatbots fulfill attachment needs in adolescents who struggle with peer relationships, and what this means for clinical intervention. Explores the difference between healthy transitional support and concerning dependency.
Read Full EssayProposes clinical and regulatory standards for AI-powered mental health tools, addressing data privacy, algorithmic transparency, clinical validity, and user autonomy. Co-authored with researchers at Stanford Digital Ethics Lab.
Download PDFAnalyzing the psychological dynamics of human-AI relationships through the lens of attachment theory, object relations, and social psychology. What does it mean to feel "seen" by an algorithm?
Read Full EssayA continuing education curriculum for therapists who need to understand how AI, algorithmic content, and digital platforms shape their clients' presenting problems. Includes case examples and clinical decision trees.
View FrameworkEvidence-based curricula and training programs for educators, administrators, and school mental health professionals.
An 8-week curriculum teaching media literacy, healthy technology habits, and critical thinking about algorithmic content. Piloted in 12 school districts across the Northeast with measurable improvements in student digital self-efficacy and reduced problematic social media use.
Learn MoreProfessional development workshops for K-12 teachers on integrating generative AI into classroom instruction while protecting critical thinking, academic integrity, and student agency. Includes lesson plans, assessment rubrics, and ethical discussion prompts.
Book TrainingA comprehensive guide for administrators implementing phone-free policies, including stakeholder communication, logistical planning, mental health considerations, and strategies for addressing parent concerns.
Download GuideRecommendations for school districts on evaluating educational technology for privacy risks, student data protection, and psychological impact of monitoring systems. Written in partnership with Student Privacy Alliance.
Read BriefPeer-reviewed research on digital wellbeing, adolescent development, and technology ethics.
Longitudinal study of 1,200 adolescents examining the relationship between social media use patterns and depressive symptoms, identifying key moderating variables including family support, media literacy, and purpose of use.
View PublicationQualitative study of 75 mental health clinicians' experiences treating clients with presenting problems related to digital relationships, online harassment, and technology addiction.
View PublicationComprehensive review of research on how persuasive technology design exploits neurobiological reward systems, with implications for clinical assessment and intervention.
View PublicationWorkplace digital wellness strategy, training programs, and policy development.
Comprehensive assessment of organizational communication norms, digital boundaries, and employee wellbeing. Includes employee surveys, manager interviews, policy review, and actionable recommendations for creating sustainable digital work cultures.
Request ConsultationHalf-day training for people managers on setting healthy digital norms, modeling boundaries, preventing team burnout, and supporting employee mental health in remote and hybrid environments.
Book TrainingCustom policy creation for right-to-disconnect, meeting-free time blocks, asynchronous communication standards, and digital presenteeism prevention. Aligned with organizational culture and legal compliance.
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