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Mobile telephone apps in mental health practice: uses, opportunities and challenges

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: Smartphones are used by patients and clinicians alike. Vast numbers of software applications (apps) run on smartphones and carry out useful functions. Clinician- and patient-oriented mental health apps have been developed. In this article, we provide an overview of apps that are relevant for mental health. We look at clinician-oriented apps that support assessment, diagnosis and treatment as well as patient-oriented apps that support education and self-management. We conclude by looking at the challenges that apps pose with a discussion of possible solutions.

Source: BJPsych Bulletin

DOI: 10.1192/pb.bp.114.050005

Authors: Justin Marley, Saeed Farooq

Institution: Black Country Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Language: English

Topic: Digital Mental Health Interventions

Subfield: Applied Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W2187842476