Mobile mental health platforms and gamification

Litvin, Silja (2024): Mobile mental health platforms and gamification = Mobile Plattformen zur Stärkung der psychischen Gesundheit und Gamification. Dissertation, LMU München: Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences

Abstract

The growing prevalence of mental health issues, compounded by limited access to support systems, has left a significant portion of the population without adequate interventions. Various barriers, including financial constraints and geographical limitations, hinder access to traditional mental health care, particularly affecting vulnerable demographics such as teens and young adults. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated this issue, leading to a surge in demand for affordable and remote mental health solutions. Digital interventions, particularly mobile applications, offer a promising avenue for accessible care, aligning with the preferences and habits of younger demographics. However, while the market is flooded with such solutions, only a small fraction have undergone rigorous clinical evaluation, raising concerns about their efficacy and safety. Furthermore, studies indicate that attrition rates with digital mental health products are higher compared to traditional interventions, highlighting the challenge of sustaining engagement for effective outcomes. Efforts to address these issues are crucial to meet the pressing need for accessible and effective mental health care.

• Item Type: Theses (Dissertation, LMU Munich)
• Keywords: mobile mental health, gamification, resilience, mental health, apps
• Subjects: 100 Philosophy and Psychology; 100 Philosophy and Psychology > 150 Psychology
• Faculties: Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences
• Language: English
• Date of oral examination: 23. April 2024
• 1. Referee: Maier, Markus
• Signature of the printed copy: 0001/UMC 30521