Recent progress in digital mental health: A scoping review of emerging technology interventions in the workplace

Title : Recent progress in digital mental health: A scoping review of emerging technology interventions in the workplace

Abstract:

Research Objective: The purpose of the study is to explores recent trends in digital mental health management, focusing on the use of emerging technologies like IoT wearable devices and Artificial Intelligence. Study Design: To address these challenges, there is a growing need for government-level efforts to promote mental health enhancement programs. Population Studied: The integration of digital technologies is transforming mental health management, offering flexibility, accessibility, and personalization. Wearable devices and digital technologies are gaining attention for their potential to assist in both physical and mental health care for workers. Principal Findings: In the past, mental health management in the workplace has relied on conventional approaches, but they often struggle to meet the demands of modern work setups, such as remote work. However, the integration of digital technologies is transforming mental health management, offering flexibility, accessibility, and personalization. Conclusions: The findings aim to guide corporations in implementing more effective mental health strategies to support the well-being and productivity of their workforce. Implications for Policy or Practice: Workplaces face unique challenges in ensuring the well-being of their employees.

Audience Take Away:

• Demonstrate recent trends in digital mental health management, focusing on the use of emerging technologies like IoT wearable devices and Artificial Intelligence.
• The findings help to guide corporations in implementing more effective mental health strategies to support the well-being and productivity of their workforce.
• Implications for practice: workplaces face unique challenges in ensuring the well-being of their employees.

Biography:

Dr. Hwang is a professor of community health nursing at Kyung Hee University College of Nursing Science. She received her bachelor's degree and master's degree from Yonsei University and her Ph.D. in the Community Health Systems at University of California San Francisco (UCSF), USA. Her primary scientific area is the development and evaluation of community health promotion and wellness on a basis of an ecological perspective for individuals, families, and populations who are at risk for vulnerable environments.