Mobile Health Application and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook on the Psychosocial Well-being among Senior High School Students in Zamboanga City, Philippines
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Background: Mental health is a critical public health concern, particularly among youth in the Philippines. This pilot study assessed the effectiveness of a mobile application compared to a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) workbook in enhancing the psychosocial well-being of Senior High School students in Zamboanga City. Materials and Methods: The study utilized a two-group interventional design, with participants aged 15 to 18 from two National High Schools. The Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale (WEMWBS) was used to measure mental well-being before and after the intervention. Results: Results showed that the mobile application and the CBT workbook significantly improved psychosocial well-being, with no significant differences between the two interventions. The mobile app was well-received, with high usability ratings and frequent daily engagement, although some technical issues were noted. Conclusion and Recommendations: These findings suggest that digital tools like mobile applications can be as effective as traditional methods in promoting adolescent mental health and should be considered for integration into school-based mental health programs. Further research with larger samples and more extended follow-up periods is recommended to confirm these results and explore the long-term impact of digital mental health interventions.
Authors: Arla Aizon, Jaime Kristoffer Punzalan
Institutions: Ateneo de Zamboanga University, Zamboanga City Medical Center
Language: English
Subfield: Applied Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4411111817