Ecological momentary interventions for mental health: A scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The development of mobile computing technology has enabled the delivery of psychological interventions while people go about their everyday lives. The original visions of the potential of these "ecological momentary interventions" were presented over a decade ago, and the widespread adoption of smartphones in the intervening years has led to a variety of research studies exploring the feasibility of these aspirations. However, there is a dearth of research describing the different dimensions, characteristics, and features of these interventions, as constructed.

Objective

To provide an overview of the definitions given for "ecological momentary interventions" in the treatment of common mental health disorders, and describe the set of technological and interaction p

SUBMITTER: Balaskas A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7951936 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature