Comprehensive Survey of Computer-Based Programs Impact on Adolescent Mental Health: Focusing on Depression and Anxiety

Abstract

With computer-based programs, teen mental health, especially when it comes to sadness and worry, has become a major public health issue. This thorough study looks at the effects of these kinds of programs on teens, trying to figure out how well they work and what problems they might cause. In the first part, we look at previous research that has been done on how common sadness and anxiety are among teens. We also talk about how digital tools are becoming more important for mental health treatments. Key methods used to evaluate these programs, like randomized controlled trials and continuous studies, are looked at to get a full picture of how well they work. The next part talks about the different kinds of computer-based treatments that are out there, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) apps, awareness programs, and virtual reality treatments. The exact ways each type of strategy works and the ideas behind them are talked about in terms of how they affect symptom decrease and mental health in general. The third part gives important information about the problems and restrictions of computer-based solutions. Things like obedience rates, privacy issues, and the digital gap are looked at to show what might get in the way of broad use and success. Finally, suggestions are made for future study and clinical practice, with a focus on how important it is to have strict evaluation methods and specific management strategies that are matched to the growth stages and cultural backgrounds of teens. As more people talk about how to use digital tools in mental health care, this poll adds to the conversation. It supports methods that are based on evidence and put both effectiveness and ethics first.