Exploring modern trends and advances in mental health treatment in the 21st century-mobile mental health
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Keywords:
Mobile mental health, telemental health, e-mental health, mobile health applications, ecological momentary assessment, telepsychiatryAbstract
Background: Mobile mental health (mHealth) has revolutionized mental health treatment by integrating technology into patient care, emphasizing patient-centered care (PCC). This shift has transformed patients from passive recipients to active participants in managing their health through technology. Telemental health (TMH) and e-mental health (eMH) are key components, leveraging the Internet and mobile technologies for mental health services. Aim: This review article explores modern trends and advancements in mental health treatment in the 21st century, focusing on the role of mobile technologies in enhancing mental health care. Methods: A comprehensive review of literature and current practices related to mHealth and eMH was conducted. The review included analysis of mobile health applications, telepsychiatry models, and emerging technologies in mental health treatment. Results: The article highlights significant advancements in mobile mental health, including the growth of mental health apps, the use of ecological momentary assessment (EMA) for real-time data collection, and the integration of mobile technologies into traditional mental health care. Trends indicate increased usage of mobile applications for mental health support, though challenges remain in app evaluation and integration into clinical practice. Conclusion: Mobile mental health technologies offer promising enhancements to traditional mental health care by providing accessible, flexible, and cost-effective solutions.
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