Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): The Impact of Technology on Mental Health
May - July 2025
Journal Issue Description: The Impact of Technology on Mental Health
This journal issue delves into the multifaceted relationship between technology and mental health, exploring both its transformative potential and the challenges it presents. As digital tools become increasingly integrated into daily life, their influence on mental well-being has sparked critical discussions in research, healthcare, and society at large.
Key Themes:-
Innovative Applications in Mental Health Care: Examining the use of AI, mobile apps, wearable devices, and virtual reality for diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more135.
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Accessibility and Equity: Highlighting how digital interventions like teletherapy and mental health apps are expanding access to care in underserved communities while addressing barriers such as cost and stigma26.
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Challenges in Digital Mental Health: Investigating concerns around data privacy, ethical implications, methodological gaps in AI research, and the over-reliance on technology without adequate human support136.
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Technology’s Dual Role: Analyzing how digital interactions can both enhance mental health through connectivity and support networks while also contributing to issues like screen addiction, social isolation, and stress58.
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Future Directions: Exploring emerging trends in digital therapeutics, hybrid care models combining human and technological support, and the role of psychology in shaping sustainable tech-driven mental health solutions24.
This issue invites interdisciplinary perspectives to critically assess the evolving impact of technology on mental health. It aims to provide actionable insights for researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and technologists working at the intersection of innovation and well-being.
Published:
2025-08-28
