Patterns of Internet Use in People Diagnosed With Severe Mental Illness: Qualitative Interview Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

People with severe mental illness (SMI) face profound health inequalities, which may be exacerbated by increased rates of digital exclusion, especially as health services move to online provision. The activities that people carry out online can affect how they feel about the internet and may determine whether a person has a positive or negative experience when using the internet. This, in turn, could affect their mental health. To support people with SMI in using digital technology and the internet safely, it is important to understand the internet and digital technology use of those with SMI and their perceived positive or negative impact on their mental health.

Objective

This study aimed to explore the internet and digital technology use of those with SMI, with

SUBMITTER: Wadman R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11992490 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature