Emotion Encoded St.Kitts & Nevis

By Sonrisa Watts: A Research Initiative investigating how emotional reasoning, heuristics, cognitive bias and psychological resistance shape Artificial Intelligence adoption in high-stakes fields such as healthcare, law and finance. Our aim is to advance this field of AI & Psychology.

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Shaping Artificial Intelligence people can trust by first understanding the psychological factors that shape human perception of it. By conducting interviews with experts in law, medicine/healthcare, finance, and education, and gaining perceptions and insight from the general population, Emotion Encoded helps to align AI systems with the human mind, not just with data, ensuring their effective adoption.

Emotion Encoded investigates how trust, cognitive bias, heuristics, and judgment distortions shape AI integration into high-stakes domains. We are dedicated to using Psychology to Decode Emotional Barriers to AI Adoption.

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Preview of Emotion Encoded's Research

Research in Caribbean Region

AI Advisors vs AI Therapists: Who Do We Trust?

I conducted research in the Caribbean Region (St. Kitts & Nevis) asking: "Who would you trust more: An AI Advisor or an AI Therapist?"

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Emotion Encoded: A Young Doctor’s Perspective on AI in Healthcare

This article explores the perspective of a young doctor on the promises and pitfalls of AI in medicine, discussing issues of trust, over-reliance, and its expanding role in healthcare.

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Who Do You Trust More? An AI Therapist or an AI Financial Advisor?

Our research reveals a surprising psychological division: people trust AI more with their money than with their mental health.

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Insights from the General Public

At Emotion Encoded, we explore the intersection of psychology and artificial intelligence, investigating how human perception, cognitive biases, and resistance shape the adoption and impact of emerging technologies.

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Exploring AI in Medicine

Insights from interviews with healthcare professionals on AI’s role in patient care and medical decision-making.

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AI on the Stand: The Public's Verdict on AI Juries and Prosecutors

We asked 21 participants a pointed question: "Which did you choose: an AI jury or an AI prosecutor? And why?" The responses reveal that when it comes to the legal system, trust in AI is not just a question of capability, but of human nature itself.

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Emotion Encoded's Interview with Dr. Aljay Pierre- Insights Coming Soon

Interview with Dr. Aljay Pierre- Cofounder of Telehealth GoDocta

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Interview with Tech Professionals: AI In High Stakes Fields

Mr. Enoete Inanga, a technology professional with sharp insight into the promises and pitfalls of AI.

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Interview with Dr. Bichara Sahely: Trust, Bias, and the Emotional Compass in AI

At Emotion Encoded, we ask not just how artificial intelligence works, but how people feel about it.

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AI Should Remain a Tool, Never a Master: A Lawyer’s Perspective

Lawyer Gumbs warns against the temptation to elevate AI into a position of authority within legal reasoning.

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Navigating the AI Paradox in Finance: A Deeper Look at Alex Straun's Warnings

In the fast-paced world of financial technology, a common narrative prevails: AI is the future, a perfect oracle of data-driven truth. Yet, a conversation with financial professional Alex Straun reveals a more complex, and cautionary, perspective. His insights move beyond the hype to expose a fundamental paradox.

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When AI Disagrees with Your Doctor: Who Do You Trust?

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Our survey reveals a struggle with trust as patients navigate a new landscape where AI recommendations may conflict with their doctor's advice.

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📑 Evidence of Impact

Our research findings were referenced in a National Policy Proposal on Digital Literacy in St. Kitts & Nevis, highlighting Emotion Encoded’s influence in shaping the future of AI policy and education.

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Micro-Grant Proposal

At Emotion Encoded, we are committed to empowering women and youth to harness the potential of AI in their small businesses. Through our AI Small Business Innovation Project, recipients of microgrants will have the opportunity to integrate AI tools that drive innovation, efficiency, and growth, all while promoting responsible AI use. Alongside the financial support, we will host an “enlightenment period” to help them learn how to use AI tools effectively.

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