The role of mHealth in mental health

Sort, Anna

doi:10.21037/mhealth.2017.01.02

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“…Many studies from a variety of contexts and client groups presented data related to the range of participants’ views regarding the acceptance of DTCC and the factors that influenced this acceptance (Akinfaderin‐Agarau 2012; Brown 2014; Calderón 2017; Cates 2015; Cornelius 2009; Curioso 2009; Evans 2016; French 2016; Gold 2010; Greaney 2014; Hirsch‐Moverman 2017; Jalloh‐Vos 2014; Jennings 2013;Lau 2014; Mbuagbaw 2012; Mbuagbaw 2014; Menacho 2013; Missal 2016; Munro 2017; Naughton 2013; Odeny 2014; Perry 2012; Rana 2015; Rodrigues 2015; Sloan 2017; Smillie 2014; Smith 2017; Willoughby 2017; Wright 2011). Many participants had not used mobile devices to access health information previously, but were open to and interested in the idea of digital health interventions being used to deliver up‐to‐date knowledge and information or reminders for appointments or medication (Akinfaderin‐Agarau 2012; Cates 2015; Evans 2016; Gold 2010; Greaney 2014; Hirsch‐Moverman 2017; Jennings 2013; Lau 2014; Mbuagbaw 2014; Odeny 2014).…”

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“…Participants also noted that messages delivered through digital mechanisms were very convenient and in some cases cost‐effective. Some felt that they would be very beneficial for families who lived a long distance from the health facility and would save them time and money (Calderón 2017). Messages were perceived as being quick and much easier than going to the health facility to get a pamphlet, going to a doctor’s appointment (Calderón 2017; Jennings 2013; Smillie 2014; Smith 2017), or searching for information online or in books (Lau 2014).…”

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“…Researchers in this field have also suggested that to better understand barriers and facilitators of successful implementation of digital interventions, clients’ and healthcare providers’ perceptions of the safety of the interventions, potential harms, and adverse effects should be assessed and explored (Gurol‐Urganci 2013). Barriers may include privacy concerns (Ahmed 2017), poor access to reliable network coverage, and poor integration into existing health systems (Aranda‐Jan 2014). Perceptions that the technology empowers the user and improves communication may serve as facilitators to successful implementation of digital health interventions (Ahmed 2017).…”

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“…Barriers may include privacy concerns (Ahmed 2017), poor access to reliable network coverage, and poor integration into existing health systems (Aranda‐Jan 2014). Perceptions that the technology empowers the user and improves communication may serve as facilitators to successful implementation of digital health interventions (Ahmed 2017). Reviewing and synthesising the qualitative evidence on perceptions and experiences of clients will not only complement the evidence emerging from the effectiveness reviews, but may also enhance our understanding of broader contextual, organisational, technical, social, and individual factors that may be shaping the development, implementation, and responses to targeted digital communication.…”

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Clients’ perceptions and experiences of targeted digital communication accessible via mobile devices for reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health: a qualitative evidence synthesis

Ames

Glenton

Lewin

et al. 2019

Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews

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BackgroundGovernments and health systems are increasingly using mobile devices to communicate with patients and the public. Targeted digital client communication is when the health system transmits information to particular individuals or groups of people, based on their health or demographic status. Common types of targeted client communication are text messages that remind people to go to appointments or take their medicines. Other types include phone calls, interactive voice response, or multimedia messages that offer healthcare information, advice, monitoring, and support.ObjectivesTo explore clients' perceptions and experiences of targeted digital communication via mobile devices on topics related to reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, or adolescent health (RMNCAH).Search methodsWe searched MEDLINE (OvidSP), MEDLINE In‐Process & Other Non‐Indexed Citations (OvidSP), Embase (Ovid), World Health Organization Global Health Library, and POPLINE databases for eligible studies from inception to 3‐6 July 2017 dependant on the database (See appendix 2).Selection criteriaWe included studies that used qualitative methods for data collection and analysis; that explored clients' perceptions and experiences of targeted digital communication via mobile device in the areas of RMNCAH; and were from any setting globally.Data collection and analysisWe used maximum variation purposive sampling for data synthesis, employing a three‐step sampling frame. We conducted a framework thematic analysis using the Supporting the Use of Research Evidence (SURE) framework as our starting point. We assessed our confidence in the findings using the GRADE‐CERQual (Confidence in the Evidence from Reviews of Qualitative research) approach. We used a matrix approach to explore whether potential implementation barriers identified in our synthesis had been addressed in the trials included in the related Cochrane Reviews of effectiveness.Main resultsWe included 35 studies, from a wide range of countries on six continents. Nineteen studies were conducted in low‐ and middle‐income settings and sixteen in high‐income settings. Some of the studies explored the views of people who had experienced the interventions, whereas others were hypothetical in nature, asking what people felt they would like from a digital health intervention. The studies covered a range of digital targeted client communication, for example medication or appointment reminders, prenatal health information, support for smoking cessation while pregnant, or general sexual health information.Our synthesis showed that clients' experiences of these types of programmes were mixed. Some felt that these programmes provided them with feelings of support and connectedness, as they felt that someone was taking the time to send them messages (moderate confidence in the evidence). They also described sharing the messages with their friends and family (moderate confidence).However, clients also pointed to problems when using these programmes. Some clients had poor access to cell networks and t...

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Clients’ perceptions and experiences of targeted digital communication accessible via mobile devices for reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health: a qualitative evidence synthesis

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Glenton

Lewin

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“…mHealth or mobile health, referring to health interventions that are delivered or supported via remote devices such as mobile phones, wearable technology, or personal digital assistants (PDAs), is increasingly being considered as a basis for mental health intervention (Bucci et al., ; Sort, ). Such interventions can be considered part of the broader body of Internet‐based interventions, or eHealth (e.g., interventions delivered via Web sites and browser‐based applications; Christensen, Batterham, & O'Dea, ).…”

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A Systematic Review of the Evidence Supporting Mobile‐ and Internet‐Based Psychological Interventions For Self‐Harm

Arshad

Farhat-Ul-Ain

Gauntlett

et al. 2019

Suicide & Life Threat Behav

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Objectives Internet‐ and mobile phone‐based psychological interventions have the potential to overcome many of the barriers associated with accessing traditional face‐to‐face therapy. Self‐injurious thoughts and behaviors (STB) are prevalent global health problems that may benefit from Internet‐ and mobile‐based interventions. We provide a systematic review and meta‐analysis of studies evaluating mobile‐ and Internet‐based interventions for STB, including nonsuicidal self‐injury (NSSI). Methods Online databases (PsycINFO, Web of Science, Medline) were searched up to March 2019 for single‐arm and controlled trials of Internet‐ or mobile‐based interventions for STB. The potential for bias was assessed using the Cochrane risk of bias tool. Results Twenty‐two eligible trials were identified. The research was limited by a lack of controlled designs and small samples. Evidence supports the acceptability of interventions. There is preliminary evidence that these interventions are associated with a decline in STB. A meta‐analysis suggested a positive treatment effect on suicidal ideation when compared to treatment as usual, but not when trials with active controls were also considered. Conclusions Overall, Internet‐ and mobile‐based interventions show promise and further controlled trials are warranted, focusing on behavioral outcomes (NSSI, suicidal behavior). This review was preregistered with PROSPERO (CRD42017074065).

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