Considerations for regulation and evaluation of digital mental health technologies.

ABSTRACT: Digital mental health technologies (DMHTs) are becoming well established within mental health services and through direct-to-consumer models. Due to their scalable nature, DMHTs may support services to bridge the gap between demand and the available workforce, particularly where existing pathways have long delays or restricted capacity. Challenges and risks associated with DMHTs also need consideration. Regulatory and health technology assessment (HTA) agencies play a key role in ensuring the potential of DMHTs is achieved and their risks are mitigated. However, the nature of DMHTs and advances in digital technology present challenges for regulation and evaluation. In this paper, we describe eight key considerations across the regulatory and HTA pathway for DMHTs. These relate to 1) intend

SUBMITTER: Hopkin G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11536580 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature