Adapting Evidence-Based Treatments for Digital Technologies: a Critical Review of Functions, Tools, and the Use of Branded Solutions

Tuerk, Peter W.; Schaeffer, Cindy M.; McGuire, Joseph F.; Larsen, Margo Adams; Capobianco, Nicole; Piacentini, John

doi:10.1007/s11920-019-1092-2

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“…To date, there has been limited research working from a bottom-up approach to match the delivery of mental health content with the way youth are currently using technology. 8,11,22,23 Using CVGs may have additional advantages, such as providing scalable and non-stigmatizing ways to access therapeutic content for adolescents. Furthermore, young 'digital natives' may prefer this method over psychotherapies with counsellors and therapists, as they are more familiar and comfortable with this platform.…”

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Young adolescents’ interest in a mental health casual video game

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Background Mental distress and disorders among adolescents are well documented. Despite the array of treatments available, many mental health issues remain untreated and often undiagnosed. In an attempt to narrow the treatment gap, researchers have adapted existing mental health interventions into digital formats. Despite their efficacy in trial settings, however, real-world uptake of digital mental health interventions is typically low. Casual video games (CVGs) are popular among adolescents and may be a promising tool to reduce stress, anxiety and depression. Aim We set out to explore young adolescents’ views of CVGs and their opinions of mental health CVG prototypes, to help determine whether this idea warrants further investigation. Methods Pen and paper feedback forms following a brief presentation to 13–15-year-old adolescents in seven high schools (n = 207) followed by more detailed focus groups (n = 42) and workshops (n = 21) with interested students. Findings Across all three methods, participants reported playing CVGs several times a week or day to help relieve stress, feel more relaxed and relieve boredom. Most were also interested in the idea of a mental health CVG. Participants in focus groups and workshops confirmed that playing CVGs was common among themselves and their peers, and that the idea of a CVG with subtle and brief mental health content such as game-linked ‘micro messages’ was appealing. Participants recommended that the game should have an engaging interface and subtle mental health skills and information. Conclusions Findings from this exploratory study suggest that the concept of a mental health CVG appears to be appealing to adolescents. This novel approach should be tested.

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“…Online, video teleconference, and mobile applications have also been endorsed for those who prefer to receive support virtually [ 103 – 108 , 109 •, 110 , 111 ] . From a public health perspective, technological application of telehealth, mobile apps, and online treatment can increase engagement in early intervention, meet the specific needs of populations, be used at low or no cost by large numbers of people, and be implemented at the exact moment they are needed [ 112 , 113 ] .…”

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Stress, PTSD, and COVID-19: the Utility of Disaster Mental Health Interventions During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Watson

2022

Curr Treat Options Psych

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Purpose of review In the context of an ongoing, highly uncertain pandemic, disaster mental health measures can increase community capacity for resilience and well-being, support formal mental health treatment, and help address the risk for mental health reactions in high-stress occupations. The purpose of this review is to summarize the literature on disaster mental health interventions that have been helpful both prior to and during the pandemic in a broad range of applications, including for use with high-stress occupations in an effort to mitigate risk for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental health sequelae. Recent findings Evidence-based and evidence-informed disaster mental health interventions, frameworks, and treatments have been studied in pilot studies, non-randomized trials, and randomized clinical trials prior to and in the context of the current COVID-19 pandemic. The studies have demonstrated feasibility and acceptability of these modalities and improved perceived support, as well as significant reductions in distress, and mental health symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Summary A disaster mental health approach to the COVID-19 pandemic can generate opportunities for prevention and support at multiple levels with timely interventions tailored for different concerns, cultures, and available resources.

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“…While most mental health VR apps have been rated unlikely to support patient care (Best et al, 2021), there is a growing abundance of other VR apps that may be useful in phobia and anxiety treatment protocols (Lindner et al, 2017). These commercial hardware, video games, and smartphone apps were not made for health purposes but there is ample opportunity to incorporate them into therapy today (Tuerk et al, 2019). Exploration of these commercial options can provide immediate clinical options and guide development of dedicated VRET + TMH solutions (Riva et al, 2020).…”

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The Symbiosis of Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy and Telemental Health: A Review

Ong¹,

Wilczewski²,

Soni³

et al. 2022

Front. Virtual Real.

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Phobias and related anxiety are common and costly mental health disorders. Experts anticipate the prevalence of phobias will increase due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Exposure therapies have been established as effective and reliable treatments for anxiety, including recent innovations in virtual reality-based exposure therapy (VRET). With the recent advent of telemental health (TMH), VRET is poised to become mainstream. The combination of VRET and TMH has the potential to extend provider treatment options and improve patient care experiences. In this narrative review, we describe how recent events have accelerated VRET + TMH, identify barriers to VRET + TMH implementation, and discuss strategies to navigate those barriers.

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Adapting Evidence-Based Treatments for Digital Technologies: a Critical Review of Functions, Tools, and the Use of Branded Solutions

Cited by 17 publications

References 112 publications

Young adolescents’ interest in a mental health casual video game

Young adolescents’ interest in a mental health casual video game

Stress, PTSD, and COVID-19: the Utility of Disaster Mental Health Interventions During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Symbiosis of Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy and Telemental Health: A Review

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