A public survey of mobile mental health technologies (V 1.0)
Research type
Research Study
Full title
A public survey exploring the acceptance and use of mobile mental health technologies and the mediating role of mental health attitudes
IRAS ID
250407
Contact name
Dionne Bowie
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Lancaster University
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 1 months, 30 days
Research summary
This study (A public survey of mobile mental health technologies) is part of a PhD project which seeks to understand factors related to the use and effectiveness of mobile technologies for mental health. Mobile mental health technologies include mobile applications, smartphones, and wearable devices used in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of mental health problems. These technologies offer the potential to increase access to mental health care. However, research has shown high rates of dropout and non-adherence in the use of these technologies. Research suggests this may be related to factors such as the level of human support, design features, perceived ease of use etc. Yet, there has been little consideration of the impact of attitudes towards mental health problems and psychological treatment on the use of mental health technologies. This study will explore these integrated concepts via a survey of public opinion into individuals’ perceptions and experiences of mental health problems, traditional psychological treatment, and mobile mental health technologies.
The aim of the research is to explore key factors impacting the acceptance and use of mobile mental health technologies. Findings will be used: To adopt/develop models of the acceptance and use of mobile mental health technologies, and to provide recommendations for the design and development of new mobile mental health technologies to increase use and thus outcomes.
The study is an online survey of the general public, with online recruitment conducted via Leeds Teaching Hospital, Lancaster University, and the AffecTech research network. Recruitment and data collection will extend to December 2018 with all adult members of the public eligible to participate.
REC name
London - West London & GTAC Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
18/LO/1962
Date of REC Opinion
1 Nov 2018
REC opinion
Favourable Opinion