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Technology-based interventions for mental health in tertiary students: systematic review
Louise Farrer1, Amelia Gulliver, Jade K Y Chan
1Centre for Mental Health Research, The Australian National University, Canberra ACT, Australia. louise.farrer@anu.edu.au
Journal of Medical Internet Research
|May 29, 2013
Summary
Technology-based mental health interventions show promise for university students, with about half demonstrating positive outcomes for anxiety and depression. However, further high-quality research is needed to confirm effectiveness.
Area of Science:
- Mental Health Research
- Digital Health Interventions
- Higher Education Wellbeing
Background:
- University students face significant mental health challenges, contributing to disability.
- Limited university resources often hinder effective student mental health support.
- Technology-based interventions offer a scalable solution for this population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review randomized trials of technology-based interventions for mental disorders in university students.
- To assess the effectiveness of digital mental health tools beyond substance use and eating disorders.
- To identify trends in technology-based mental health interventions for higher education.
Main Methods:
- Searched PubMed, PsycInfo, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials.
- Included randomized trials with university students (18-25 years) using technology for mental health.
- Screened 1618 abstracts, with 27 studies meeting inclusion criteria.
Main Results:
- 27 studies evaluated 51 technology-based interventions, primarily targeting anxiety and stress (89%).
- Approximately 47% of interventions showed significant positive outcomes; 29% showed no significant effect.
- Internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy was common; median effect sizes ranged from 0.54 to 0.84.
Conclusions:
- Technology-based mental health interventions show potential for university students.
- High-quality trials with robust reporting on methods and outcomes are essential.
- Further research is needed to confirm the efficacy and optimize digital mental health solutions for students.
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