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Lena Sophia Steubl1, Rebekka Büscher2,3, Lasse Bosse Sander2
1Department of Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Institute of Psychology and Education, Ulm University, Ulm, Germany.
Clinical Psychology in Europe
|February 23, 2026
Summary
Digital mental health interventions show promise, but acceptance is limited. Key barriers include lack of personal contact, technical issues, and privacy concerns, particularly among older adults and those with lower education.
Area of Science:
- Digital health interventions
- Mental healthcare accessibility
- Public health attitudes
Background:
- Digital mental health interventions offer solutions to healthcare barriers.
- Attitudes towards digital interventions significantly impact their adoption.
- Assessing public attitudes is crucial for successful implementation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate attitudes towards digital mental health interventions.
- To assess these attitudes in a representative German adult population sample.
Main Methods:
- Survey of 2,519 participants using structured interviews and self-administered questionnaires.
- Utilized E-Therapy Attitudes Measure (ETAM) and Attitudes towards Psychological Interventions Questionnaire (APOI).
- Analyzed quantitative data with correlation coefficients and qualitative data descriptively.
Main Results:
- 34.0%-41.5% partially agreed on the usefulness of digital interventions.
- 45.8% refused to use them for future psychological issues.
- Older individuals and those with lower education showed more critical views; barriers included lack of personal contact, technical issues, and data privacy concerns.
Conclusions:
- Digital health interventions are acknowledged for potential benefits.
- Limited acceptance rates and identified barriers necessitate targeted strategies for wider adoption.
- Addressing concerns about personal contact, technology, and data security is vital to harness the full potential of digital mental health solutions.
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