As a result of COVID-19, the implementation of internet interventions has been given a boost in the mental health sectors of several countries all over the world. Digital technology holds promise for improving access to, and quality of, mental health care. This is especially the case for low- and middle-income countries, societies affected by emergencies and conflicts, and vulnerable groups. However, these technologies face significant challenges, that need to be considered, especially in terms of user engagement and adoption. And despite a growing number of digital or e-mental health services, methodological guidelines for practical implementation are scarce.
Here you find an overview of the current state of research on different formats, treatment contents, target groups and contexts of internet interventions and you are provided with evidence on the efficacy and effectiveness of digital interventions. This overview aims to support you in your decision-making process concerning digital MHPSS by offering core insights into the key benefits of digital MHPSS at the different levels of the MHPSS Pyramid alongside the barriers, limitations, and risks.
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The Red Cross Red Crescent (RCRC) Movement MHPSS Hub (MHPSS Hub) is dedicated to advancing mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) throughout the RCRC Movement. Hosted by the Danish Red Cross, the Hub collaborates with National Societies, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), as well as international humanitarian organizations and academic institutions. By uniting expertise from across the Movement and beyond, we help build stronger, more resilient communities better equipped to cope with crises and recover from adversity.