We recently had a new paper accepted for publication. This is the fifth and final study from Andreas Balaskas PhD research and was part of a collaboration with Gavin Doherty from Trinity College Dublin, Devin Doherty from University College Dublin and Stephen Schueller from University of California Irvine. The paper is available open access in the International Journal of Human-Computer Studies! 🎉
In this study, we explore CBT therapists’ work and gain their perspectives on designing personalized mental health interventions for anxiety disorders that would be used between face-to-face sessions.
Through semi-structured interviews and ideation activities, we identified key characteristics for personalizing mobile apps that can be used alongside therapy. This research offers valuable insights for designers of personalized mental health technologies.
Highlights
- We present CBT therapists’ perspectives on the design of digital mental health interventions.
- We present a range of tailoring characteristics for the personalization of apps to be used in-between therapy sessions.
- We provide takeaways for designers of personalized mental health mobile applications.
