Amanda Froehlich Chow

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Amanda Froehlich Chow’s research lies at the intersection of computational linguistics, mental health, and human-computer interaction, with a focus on how conversational agents can support psychological well-being. Her most-cited work, “Conversational Agents and Mental Health” (2016, 53 citations), is a pioneering study that applies Relational Frame Theory—a behavioral account of language and cognition—to analyze sentiment dynamics in human dialogue. By examining sentiment tendencies and mirroring behaviors across 11,000 human-human conversations, Chow’s work provides a foundational framework for designing conversational agents capable of recognizing and responding to emotional patterns in mental health contexts. This contribution bridges theoretical psychology and applied AI, offering a data-driven pathway toward more empathetic, context-aware digital interventions. Her research not only advances the technical feasibility of deploying agents in therapeutic settings but also underscores the importance of grounding computational models in established psychological theory. For students and researchers exploring affective computing or digital mental health, Chow’s work exemplifies how rigorous behavioral science can inform the next generation of supportive technologies.