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Maj Smerkol1, Zoja Anžur1,2, Primož Kocuvan1
1Jožef Stefan Institute, Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|February 23, 2026
Summary
Digital mental health tools show promise for preventative care, offering similar functionalities across various applications. These tools are best suited for well-being support rather than treating specific mental health disorders.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health
- Mental Health Technology
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Rising global prevalence of mental health issues necessitates innovative support strategies.
- Common mental disorders include depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia, impacting a significant portion of the population.
- Digital interventions are gaining traction as accessible avenues for mental well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate digital approaches for enhancing mental health and well-being.
- To review toolkits and applications designed for mental health support.
- To compare the functionalities and effectiveness of existing digital mental health solutions.
Main Methods:
- Overview of mental health statistics and common disorders.
- Description of toolkits such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
- Analysis of widely used mental health applications for depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia.
Main Results:
- Identified significant similarities in functionalities across various digital mental health applications.
- Observed that applications, despite intended focus, share common features.
- Digital tools primarily offer preventative care and general well-being support.
Conclusions:
- Current digital mental health applications are largely comparable in their features.
- These applications function more as preventative care measures than as treatment modalities for diagnosed disorders.
- Further research may be needed to develop specialized digital therapeutics for specific mental health conditions.
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