Category: Case Studies
How Kunle Adewale is Using Virtual Reality to Improve Healthcare in Nigeria
Teni, a 14 year old girl diagnosed with sepsis experienced persistent low mood following her recovery. By participating in a virtual reality exercise organized by the Arts In Medicine Projects in Lagos, Nigeria, she was able to distract her mind
This Course Teaches Students How to Connect with Older Adults to Forge Intergenerational Bonds and Help Alleviate Loneliness and Isolation
“Legacy Building with Older Adults – Students Re-Humanizing Health Care” is a course that teaches students the principles of health care while simultaneously connecting them with older adults who may be feeling isolated and alone. Students receive training materials in
Mental Health Online: The Journey to Blended Care
In this episode of eMHprac’s Digital Mental Health Musings Series, host, Dr Tania McMahon speaks to Associate Professor Neil Thomas and Dr. Hailey Tremain from Mental Health Online. They discuss the story of Mental Health Online, their pathway to blended
The Faster Horses of Mental Health
There is a popular saying by Henry Ford: “If I had asked people what they wanted, they would have said faster horses.” This applies very well to healthcare technology. NiceDay in the Netherlands aims to transform the delivery of mental
Can Digital People Become Trusted Companion Caregivers?
Researchers at the Auckland New Zealand Bioengineering Institute have received over $4 million to investigate how Soul Machines Digital People could be used in monitoring people’s health and providing support in managing conditions.
Virtual Reality Therapy: Everything You Need to Know
Using virtual reality for entertainment isn’t out of the ordinary. If you’ve ever strapped on a pair of 3-D goggles, you’re likely familiar with how immersive the experience is. But virtual reality isn’t just for fun and games: It’s becoming
Telehealth Is Here to Stay. Psychologists Should Equip Themselves to Offer It
Telehealth continues to play a significant role in the health care industry. However, psychologists who offer both in-person and virtual services are poised to meet increased demand for flexible, accessible mental health care
Therapy on the Go: Mildly Depressed or Simply Stressed, People Are Tapping Apps for Mental Health Care
Over the last decade, digital access to therapy has become increasingly common, however, real questions persist about how apps are regulated and how to ensure user privacy and care quality.
Transforming Mental Health Care With Prescription Digital Therapeutics
Even as technological changes transform many aspects of daily life, the treatment of mental health disorders, which affect approximately 97 million people worldwide1, has remained largely unchanged for decades.
Texting for Wellness: Using Digital Mental Health Tools for Support in Another COVID-19 Winter
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of being able to provide mental health support without face-to-face contact. This article explores a Canada-based texting service that aims to connect individuals in Saskatchewan to support services.
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