Artificial intelligence-informed mobile mental health apps for young people: a mixed-methods approach on users' and stakeholders' perspectives.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Novel approaches in mobile mental health (mHealth) apps that make use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Ecological Momentary Assessments, and Ecological Momentary Interventions have the potential to support young people in the achievement of mental health and wellbeing goals. However, little is known on the perspectives of young people and mental health experts on this rapidly advancing technology. This study aims to investigate the subjective needs, attitudes, and preferences of key stakeholders towards an AI-informed mHealth app, including young people and experts on mHealth promotion and prevention in youth.

Methods

We used a convergent parallel mixed-method study design. Two semi-structured online focus groups (n = 8) and expert interviews (n = 5) to explore us

SUBMITTER: Gotzl C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9672578 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature