Effects of a Mobile and Web App (Thought Spot) on Mental Health Help-Seeking Among College and University Students: Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Mental health disorders are the most prevalent health issues among postsecondary students, yet few solutions to this emerging crisis exist. While mobile health technologies are touted as promising solutions for the unmet mental health needs of these students, the efficacy of these tools remains unclear. In response to these gaps, this study evaluates Thought Spot, a mobile and web app created through participatory design research.

Objective

The goal of the research is to examine the impact of Thought Spot on mental health and wellness help-seeking intentions, behaviors, attitudes, self-stigma, and self-efficacy among postsecondary students in Canada.

Methods

A 2-armed randomized controlled trial involving students from three postsecondary institutions was c

SUBMITTER: Wiljer D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7665949 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature