MobiHealth News September 30, 2024
Adam Ang

Findings also showed that chatbots were the least helpful for young people.

Despite growing up with technology and the internet, young people of New Zealand have expressed a strong preference for in-person help when it comes to their mental health.

Research led by the University of Otago, Wellington explored the views of people aged 15-30 on digital mental health supports.

FINDINGS

A survey was conducted online in 2022 and culled complete responses from 1,471 participants.

Findings published in Health Expectations showed that nearly half of participants (44%) looked for mental health support online, primarily through websites.

“[T]hey expressed a strong sentiment in favour of in-person support and the need for trustworthiness, high-quality, tailored supports and...

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Topics: Digital Health, Mental Health, Patient / Consumer, Provider, Survey / Study, Technology, Trends
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