Michael MacIntyre

Michael MacIntyre is an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at the UCLA School of Medicine. With a focus on the intersection of psychiatry, law, and ethics, Dr. MacIntyre contributes significantly to the field of forensic psychiatry through his research, publications, and clinical work.

Dr. MacIntyre's research spans several critical areas at the intersection of psychiatry, law, and emerging technologies. His primary interests include:

• Forensic psychiatry and legal aspects of psychiatric practice
• Ethical considerations in psychiatric care and decision-making
• Application of artificial intelligence in psychiatric assessment and training
• Psychedelic medicine, particularly psilocybin therapy
• Duty to warn obligations in the digital age and social media context
• Neuroethical implications of emerging neuroscience technologies

His recent work demonstrates significant engagement with contemporary issues facing psychiatry, including the ethical challenges posed by artificial intelligence, the legal frameworks surrounding psychedelic therapies, and the evolving landscape of forensic psychiatric practice in the digital era. Dr. MacIntyre has published extensively on topics ranging from psilocybin as medicine to the ethical implications of social media for forensic psychiatrists.

Dr. MacIntyre collaborates with colleagues across disciplines, most notably with William Darby and other researchers at UCLA. His work bridges clinical practice, ethical considerations, and legal frameworks, creating a unique interdisciplinary contribution to the field of psychiatry.

As an educator, Dr. MacIntyre contributes to the development of curricula addressing emerging challenges in psychiatric practice, particularly in the areas of artificial intelligence and ethical decision-making. His recent publication on teaching AI concepts to psychiatry trainees demonstrates his commitment to preparing the next generation of psychiatrists for evolving technological landscapes.