Digital Mental Health Interventions for Adolescents in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Digital mental health interventions (DMHIs) are increasingly recognized as potential solutions for adolescent mental health, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals and universal health coverage are instrumental tools for achieving mental health for all. Within this context, understanding the design, evaluation, as well as the barriers and facilitators impacting adolescent engagement with mental health care through DMHIs is essential.

Objective

This scoping review aims to provide insights into the current landscape of DMHIs for adolescents in LMICs.

Methods

The Joanna Briggs Institute scoping review methodology was used, following the recommendations of the PRISMA-ScR (Preferred Reporting I

SUBMITTER: Wani C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11558223 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature