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# eMHIC

eMental Health International Collaborative

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- [Digital Mental Health Knowledge Bank](https://emhicglobal.com/knowledgebank/) - Digital Mental Health Knowledge Bank Search SEARCH All Categories News Case Studies Digital Solutions Expert Opinons eMHIC Events Latest Research Equity and Access Resources Policy and Standards Special Interest Groups Latest Articles See all Browse By Category Global News See all Case Studies See all Expert Opinions See all Resources See all Latest Research See
- [How do Digital Health Standards Assess Evidence?](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/guidelines-standards/how-do-digital-health-standards-assess-evidence/) - As the uptake of digital health technologies increases, so too does the need for robust digital health assessment methodologies. Evaluations of impact enable healthcare professionals and the public to make informed decisions about which technologies to use to best support their health and wellbeing.
- [NZ Citizens advice bureau digital exclusion report](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/nz-citizens-advice-bureau-digital-exclusion-report/) - "Digital is not always best for all people or all situations" Kerry Dalton, CEO of NZ Citizen Advice Bureau. This article explores the suitability of digital solutions from an equity perspective, and links to the CAB report ‘Face to Face with Digital Exclusion’.
- [First International Standard for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/first-international-standard-for-psychological-health-and-safety-in-the-workplace/) - Our working lives can have a significant impact on our psychological well-being and the current pandemic has shone a spotlight on just how great that impact can be. Recognizing that employers have a responsibility to protect both the physical and psychosocial health of their staff, the world’s first International Standard to address that has just been published.
- [Solving our Mental Health Crisis with Technology](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/chatbots/solving-our-mental-health-crisis-with-technology/) - The pandemic has amplified that there are simply not enough qualified professionals available to treat the millions of people who need help. There is a ray of hope, and it’s in a future where technology and health care converge to make mental health accessible to everyone.
- [MOST: Moderated Online Social Therapy](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/self-help-apps/most-moderated-online-social-therapy/) - MOST is a world-first digital therapy platform that blends online and face-to-face therapy for young people aged 15 to 25. It has been developed by Orygen – Australia’s centre of excellence in youth mental health – and is led by Professor Mario Alvarez-Jimenez, Director Orygen Digital.
- [Strongest Families Institute: Our COVID-19 Response as an eMental Health System of Care](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/strongest-families-institute-our-covid-19-response-as-an-emental-health-system-of-care/) - Strongest Families Institute is an award-winning bilingual charity. Grounded in over 20 years of social science research SFI leverages technology, best science, and highly skilled staff to deliver evidence-based, educational skill-based programs to children, youth, families and adults dealing with mild to moderate mental health issues.
- [Promoting a safer on-line environment for mental health: a digital approach to risk](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/promoting-a-safer-on-line-environment-for-mental-health-a-digital-approach-to-risk/) - As more mental health and wellbeing services and supports are delivered digitally, Gregor Henderson asks the sector what is being done to safeguard and support people at risk, in crisis or in distress online.
- [AI-powered emotion analysis technology to help diagnose mental health conditions in seniors in Singapore](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/chatbots/ai-powered-emotion-analysis-technology-to-help-diagnose-mental-health-conditions-in-seniors-in-singapore/) - Through video calls, Opsis Emotion AI’s software will be used by counsellers to help diagnose mental health conditions such as anxiety, stress and depression. Emotional analysis technology developed by software solutions provider Opsis Emotion AI will be piloted over the next two years.
- [A framework for evaluation of mobile apps for youth mental health](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/youth-mental-health/a-framework-for-evaluation-of-mobile-apps-for-youth-mental-health/) - Technology will play a vital role in addressing the worldwide need for better access to mental health services, but decision makers struggle to determine which tools should be used and scaled with confidence. Read more about the framework Homewood Research Institute (HRI) have developed to help solve this problem.
- [Glocal Reality Lab](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/glocal-reality-lab/) - A Glocal Reality Lab is proposed, which would act as a regional competence centre aimed at strengthening both ongoing and upcoming local and international initiatives. Digital natives participate in the lab and show the way to develop eMental health services across key industries.
- [Building JARA: A Judgment-Free AI Companion for Youth and Young Adults Who Use Substances or Alcohol](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/building-jara-a-judgment-free-ai-companion-for-youth-and-young-adults-who-use-substances-or-alcohol/) - JARA is a judgment-free, evidence-based AI companion designed to help youth and young adults navigate substance use, harm reduction, and recovery goals safely, confidentially, and without stigma—bridging the gap between early support and formal care.
- [New NHS Partnership to Explore the Role of AI in Mental Health Services](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/new-nhs-partnership-to-explore-the-role-of-ai-in-mental-health-services/) - The NHS Confederation’s Mental Health Network has launched a new partnership with Limbic to explore how AI can be safely and effectively adopted in mental health services, focusing on practical guidance, real-world case studies, and responsible implementation.
- [The Human Advantage: Stronger Brains in the Age of AI](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/the-human-advantage-stronger-brains-in-the-age-of-ai/) - Strong brains are a foundation of societal and economic prosperity in the AI era, new report says
- [ChatGPT Health: OpenAI Introduces a Dedicated Health and Wellness Experience](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/chatgpt-health-openai-introduces-a-dedicated-health-and-wellness-experience/) - OpenAI has announced ChatGPT Health, a new dedicated experience within ChatGPT designed to support people in understanding and organising their health information, with enhanced privacy protections and an explicit focus on supporting—not replacing—clinical care.
- [BBC News Investigation: GPs Warn of Mental Health Over-Diagnosis Amid Growing Gaps in Support](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/bbc-news-investigation-gps-warn-of-mental-health-over-diagnosis-amid-growing-gaps-in-support/) - A BBC News investigation finds that many GPs in England are concerned about the over-diagnosis of mental health conditions alongside serious gaps in access to timely, high-quality support, highlighting tensions between medicalising everyday distress and unmet clinical need.
- [Understanding How Interventions for Youth Depression and Anxiety Work: Report Summary](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/understanding-how-interventions-for-youth-depression-and-anxiety-work-report-summary/) - A new Wellcome-commissioned report examines how and why interventions for youth anxiety and depression work, identifying major gaps in mechanistic evidence, prevention research, and lived-experience integration, and setting priorities to guide more precise, equitable, and youth-centred mental health research globally.
- [MHRA Issues New Guidance for People Using Mental Health Apps and Technologies](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/mhra-issues-new-guidance-for-people-using-mental-health-apps-and-technologies/) - The MHRA, in partnership with NHS England, has launched free online guidance to help the public, carers, and professionals identify safe, effective, and evidence-based digital mental health technologies, including clear advice on claims, suitability, data use, regulation, and how to report concerns.
- [Commentary: The Importance of Therapists When Adopting AI in Mental Health Services](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/commentary-the-importance-of-therapists-when-adopting-ai-in-mental-health-services/) - The Promise of AI and Potential for Scaling The potential benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) for supporting under-resourced mental health services is considerable. These emerging technologies could improve access to services, streamline service delivery, and support clinical decision-making. Those of us working in clinical services can see how AI-supported tools may extend our capacity to
- [Bridging the Digital Divide: A Toolkit for Equity-Centred Regulation of Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/bridging-the-digital-divide-a-toolkit-for-equity-centred-regulation-of-digital-mental-health/) - A newly released toolkit outlines how equity can be embedded into the regulation and development of digital mental health technologies, helping ensure digital tools reduce risk and address, rather than deepen, mental health inequalities.
- [Renewed Federal Investment Strengthens Canada’s National Suicide Crisis Response](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/renewed-federal-investment-strengthens-canadas-national-suicide-crisis-response/) - National suicide crisis support in Canada is being strengthened through renewed federal funding to ensure the continued operation of the 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline, providing 24/7 access to suicide prevention support nationwide.
- [Innovations to Improve Outcomes and Uptake of Psychotherapies for Mental Disorders: a State-Of-The-Art Review (Key Takeaways)](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/innovations-to-improve-outcomes-and-uptake-of-psychotherapies-for-mental-disorders-a-state-of-the-art-review-key-takeaways/) - Innovations in psychotherapy and digital mental health continue to advance through incremental gains, with growing evidence for the effectiveness and scalability of digital, simplified, and workforce-adaptive models rather than any single transformative breakthrough.
- [A Decade of Global Collaboration: Reflections on the 10th Digital Mental Health Global Congress (eMHIC25)](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/a-decade-of-global-collaboration-reflections-on-the-10th-digital-mental-health-global-congress-emhic25/) - As eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC) marks ten years of leadership in digital mental health, the 10th Digital Mental Health Global Congress felt less like an anniversary and more like the turning of a page. What unfolded in Toronto was not only a celebration of how far the field has come, but also a powerful
- [Feasible but Fragile: MindBench.ai and the Path to Responsible AI in Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/feasible-but-fragile-mindbench-ai-and-the-path-to-responsible-ai-in-mental-health/) - Dr. John Torous discusses how AI in mental health is “feasible but fragile” and how MindBench.ai is being developed to ensure patient-centered, safe, and effective innovation.
- [Overdiagnosis Debate in Mental Health Misses the Point: A Case for Personalized Care](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/overdiagnosis-debate-in-mental-health-misses-the-point-a-case-for-personalized-care/) - The recent surge in mental health diagnoses among young people has sparked intense debate. Some point to global upheavals such as COVID‑19, climate anxiety, and social media as drivers of increasing distress. Others argue that everyday stress and sadness are being medicalized, creating an “overdiagnosis” narrative. While these discussions are important, the core issue is
- [A Turning Point for Global Health: Integrating Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/a-turning-point-for-global-health-integrating-noncommunicable-diseases-and-mental-health/) - In September 2025, world leaders reached a landmark agreement at the United Nations General Assembly, adopting a new global political declaration that, for the first time, addresses noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health together. The declaration reflects growing recognition that physical and mental health challenges are deeply interconnected and require coordinated, system-wide solutions. Agreed following
- [Responsible AI for Youth Mental Health; What We Are Learning and What Must Change](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/responsible-ai-for-youth-mental-health-what-we-are-learning-and-what-must-change/) - Young people are increasingly turning to generative artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots—such as ChatGPT, Snapchat AI, and Replika for emotional support, companionship, and even therapy. Seventy-two percent of U.S. youth aged 13–17 have tried AI companions at least once, and more than half use them regularly. In a 2025 nationally representative study, 13.1% of youth aged
- [2026: Who rides AI in mental health — platforms, clinicians, or governance?](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/2026-who-rides-ai-in-mental-health-platforms-clinicians-or-governance/) - At the 10th eMHIC Congress in Toronto, a recurring theme emerged: while digital mental health has made significant strides in ideas, technology, and pilots, what is critically missing is operational governance to ensure clear accountability, human oversight, and effective systems integration.
- [Localized Crisis Helplines Integrated into ChatGPT and Sora](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/localized-crisis-helplines-integrated-into-chatgpt-and-sora/) - ChatGPT and Sora now offer localized crisis helplines, providing immediate, confidential support and ensuring human intervention remains available for those experiencing severe distress.
- [MHRA and NICE Receive £2 Million from Wellcome to Improve Safety and Effectiveness of Digital Mental Health Technologies](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/mhra-and-nice-receive-2-million-from-wellcome-to-improve-safety-and-effectiveness-of-digital-mental-health-technologies/) - UK regulators MHRA and NICE have received £2 million from Wellcome to strengthen frameworks for the safe, effective, and evidence-based use of digital mental health technologies.
- [Whakarongorau, New Zealand’s National Telehealth Provider, Advances Mental Health Access With AI Concierge Platform](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/whakarongorau-new-zealands-national-telehealth-provider-advances-mental-health-access-with-ai-concierge-platform/) - Whakarongorau, New Zealand’s national telehealth provider, is developing an AI-enabled concierge platform to simplify navigation, enable earlier intervention, and improve equitable access to mental health and addiction support.
- [When “Trapped” Should Be “Hopeless”: Cultural Adaptation in Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/when-trapped-should-be-hopeless-cultural-adaptation-in-digital-mental-health/) - Culturally adapted digital mental health programs must reflect users’ lived experiences. In the Shared Strength course for Ukrainian refugees, subtle language changes—like “trapped” to “hopeless”—made it feel authentic, relatable, and trustworthy.
- [Flow Neuroscience tDCS Headset Approved in Australia, Expanding Access to Evidence-Based Depression Treatment](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/flow-neuroscience-tdcs-headset-approved-in-australia-expanding-access-to-evidence-based-depression-treatment/) - Flow Neuroscience’s tDCS headset for depression has received TGA approval in Australia, providing a safe, at-home, evidence-based treatment option and expanding access to non-medication mental health care.
- [OpenAI’s Curated Therapist Network Set to Accelerate Global Demand for Mental Health Professionals](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/openais-curated-therapist-network-set-to-accelerate-global-demand-for-mental-health-professionals/) - OpenAI’s new curated network of therapists, integrated with ChatGPT, could dramatically increase global demand for mental health professionals by providing seamless, immediate access to qualified support.
- [Mental Health Commission of Canada Appoints New CEO Lili-Anna Pereša](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/mental-health-commission-of-canada-appoints-new-ceo-lili-anna-peresa/) - The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) has announced the appointment of Lili-Anna Pereša as its new President and CEO, effective July 9, 2025. Pereša brings decades of leadership experience, including roles at Centraide of Greater Montreal and the McConnell Foundation, where she focused on community-driven solutions to social challenges.
- [Ember Korowai Takitini Group CEO Darryl Bishop Honoured with New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) for Lifelong Commitment to Mental Health Reform.](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/ember-ceo-darryl-bishop-honoured-with-new-zealand-order-of-merit-mnzm-for-lifelong-commitment-to-mental-health-reform/) - Darryl Bishop, Group CEO of Ember Korowai Takitini, has been appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) for his 25+ years of leadership in mental health. Recognized for his work on the Like Minds, Like Mine programme and advocacy for lived experience, this honour highlights his enduring impact on mental health reform in New Zealand and beyond.
- [eMHIC Global Leadership Council Member and Digital Mental Health Pioneer, Professor Nick Titov Honoured as Member of the Order of Australia (AM)](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-global-leadership-council-member-and-digital-mental-health-pioneer-nick-titov-honoured-as-member-of-the-order-of-australia-am/) - MindSpot Executive Director, Professor Nick Titov, has been awarded a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for over 20 years of transformative work in digital mental health. As an eMHIC partner, MindSpot, under Professor Titov's leadership, has dramatically improved mental healthcare access for over 250,000 Australians through pioneering digital solutions.
- [OpenAI Updates ChatGPT to Improve Handling of Sensitive Mental Health Conversations](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/https-emhicglobal-com-global-news-openai-updates-chatgpt-to-improve-handling-of-sensitive-mental-health-conversations/) - OpenAI has updated ChatGPT since August 2025 to improve its handling of sensitive mental health conversations, introducing safeguards for distress, self-harm, psychosis, and emotional reliance, with subsequent updates including GPT‑5.1 maintaining and expanding these safety measures.
- [A New Era of Care: World’s First Digital Mental Health Magazine, ‘Interconnected,’ Launches at Toronto Global Congress](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/a-new-era-of-care-worlds-first-digital-mental-health-magazine-interconnected-launches-at-toronto-global-congress/) - A significant milestone in the evolution of global healthcare was marked at the Toronto Global Congress as the eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC) unveiled Interconnected, the world’s first retail magazine dedicated exclusively to Digital Mental Health and Addiction.
- [Unlocking Financial Capital: Strategies for Sustainable Mental Health Financing](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/unlocking-financial-capital-strategies-for-sustainable-mental-health-financing/) - The Coalition for Mental Health Investment (CMHI) advocates for adopting smart, collaborative, and sustainable financial mechanisms to close the global mental health funding gap, providing practical guidance through key resources like its Financing Guidebook and upcoming interactive Explorer tool.
- [Mirror XR: Australia’s First AI-XR EdTech for Youth Digital Mental Health and Future Skills](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/mirror-xr-australias-first-ai-xr-edtech-for-preventative-youth-mental-health/) - Mirror XR is Australia’s first AI-XR EdTech, transforming VR escapism into immersive storyliving experiences that support youth mental health, build resilience, and foster emotional literacy through cutting-edge technology and community-driven programs.
- [Fresh Minds and Tacklit: Transformation of Aotearoa New Zealand's Largest Primary Mental Health Service](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/fresh-minds-and-tacklit-transformation-of-new-zealands-largest-primary-mental-health-service/) - Fresh Minds partnered with Tacklit to digitally transform New Zealand’s largest primary mental health service, creating an integrated platform that streamlines referrals, enhances clinical decision-making, and improves access and experience for both clients and clinicians.
- [Case study: Fit Farmers app - Digital Support for the Mental and Physical Health and Wellbeing of Ireland’s Farming Community](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/case-study-fit-farmers-app-digital-support-for-the-mental-and-physical-health-and-wellbeing-of-irelands-farming-community/) - The Fit Farmers App provides Irish farmers with a trusted, co-created digital resource for mental and physical wellbeing, offering practical, offline-ready support tailored to the realities of rural life.
- [eMHIC at UNGA 80: Elevating Mental Health in Global Crisis Response](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-at-unga-80-elevating-mental-health-in-global-crisis-response/) - The UNGA80 session saw the launch of the Greentree Acceleration Plan, a major initiative to scale mental health support in humanitarian crises, with the eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC) playing an integral role.
- [Youth Mental Health in a Digital World: Guidance for Safe Use with Balance and Purpose](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/youth-mental-health-in-a-digital-world-guidance-for-safe-use-with-balance-and-purpose/) - The Knowledge Institute on Child and Youth Mental Health and Addictions guides young people to navigate the digital world with balance and purpose, fostering digital resilience while managing technology’s risks and benefits at every stage of development.
- [uSupport – a New Psychological Support Platform for Young People from Poland and Ukraine](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/usupport-a-new-psychological-support-platform-for-young-people-from-poland-and-ukraine/) - uSupport, a UNICEF-supported online psychological support platform for Polish and Ukrainian youth, has launched its pilot in Poland to provide accessible, culturally tailored mental health assistance for young people aged 16–24.
- [Australian Digital Mental Health: A Directory for Health Practitioners](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/australian-digital-mental-health-a-directory-for-health-practitioners/) - The eMHPrac Australian Digital Mental Health Directory for Health Practitioners is a comprehensive index of evidence-based Australian online programs, apps, helplines, and resources to support mental health care.
- [FDA Clears Deep TMS™ for Adolescents With Major Depressive Disorder](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/fda-clears-deep-tms-for-adolescents-with-major-depressive-disorder/) - The FDA has cleared BrainsWay’s Deep TMS™ system as an adjunct treatment for adolescents aged 15–21 with major depressive disorder, expanding access to a noninvasive, evidence-based therapy previously available only to adults.
- [Major Report Maps UK's Extended Reality (XR) Health Market](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/major-report-maps-uks-extended-reality-xr-health-market/) - LIVERPOOL, UK – November 20, 2025 – XR Health Alliance is proud to acknowledge the publication of the “UK Extended Reality Health Market Assessment & Deep Dive Report,“ a landmark national research report commissioned by the University of Liverpool. This comprehensive study marks a pivotal moment for the UK’s Extended Reality (XR) health sector, as
- [VIRTU Research Group: Pioneering Virtual Reality Treatments for Psychiatric Disorders](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/virtu-research-group-pioneering-virtual-reality-treatments-for-psychiatric-disorders/) - Based at the Mental Health Center Copenhagen, University of Copenhagen Denmark, VIRTU Research Group is at the forefront of developing virtual reality (VR) based treatments for psychiatric disorders. VIRTU utilizes the immersive power of VR to create safe and controlled environments where patients can confront their challenges.
- [Transforming Mental Health Care With Prescription Digital Therapeutics](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/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.
- [ConnexOntario Health Services](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/connexontario-health-services/) - ConnexOntario Health Services Information is a provincial system navigation agency funded by Ontario Health (OH) to provide navigation services for mental health, addiction, and problem gambling services in Ontario.
- [Urgent Action for Companies and Government Agencies Amid Rising Substance Use and Addictive Behaviors: How an e-Mental Health Toolkit Guides You in Achieving Certification as a Recovery Friendly Workplace ](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/urgent-action-for-companies-and-government-agencies-amid-rising-substance-use-and-addictive-behaviors-how-an-e-mental-health-toolkit-guides-you-in-achieving-certification-as-a-recovery-friendly-workp/) - Substance Use Disorder (SUD) affects hundreds of millions of people globally, impacting their work lives, and prompting businesses to seek proactive ways to support employee well-being. Fostering a psychologically safe workplace environment, namely, one where employees feel secure expressing themselves without fear of judgement, retaliation, or negative consequences can significantly enhance employee health and productivity.
- [Digital Mental Health for Indonesia: Bridging Gaps Across 17,500 Islands](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/digital-mental-health-for-indonesia-bridging-gaps-across-17500-islands/) - Indonesia is exploring digital mental health solutions to overcome geographic, linguistic, and workforce challenges, aiming to expand access, personalize care, and unify services across its 17,500 islands.
- [Insights From One Mind Accelerator (OMA), a Leading Launchpad for Mental Health Innovation](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/insights-from-one-mind-accelerator-oma-a-leading-launchpad-for-mental-health-innovation/) - The One Mind Accelerator is shaping the future of mental health innovation by supporting bold startups, fostering high-impact “moonshots,” and translating solutions from lab to scalable care.
- [Male Loneliness and Isolation: What the Data Reveals](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/male-loneliness-and-isolation-what-the-data-reveals/) - Recent data reveals that while men and women report similar levels of loneliness and social support, men remain more prone to social isolation—especially those with lower education or fewer community ties.
- [Building Trust: The APEC Blueprint for a Sovereign, AI-Powered Mental Health Ecosystem](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/building-trust-the-apec-blueprint-for-a-sovereign-ai-powered-mental-health-ecosystem/) - The APEC “Building Together” blueprint outlines a secure, AI-powered, and decentralized mental health ecosystem that uses self-sovereign identity and data sovereignty to build trust, empower communities, and enable sustainable digital health services across the Asia Pacific.
- [Can AI Read Human Emotions? Large Language Models Put to the Test](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/can-ai-read-human-emotions-large-language-models-put-to-the-test/) - GPT-4o and Gemini 2.0 LLMs can reliably recognize human facial emotions at near-human levels, showing promise for healthcare and social applications, though subtle expressions like fear remain challenging.
- [Making Lived Experience the Norm in Mental Health Research](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/making-lived-experience-the-norm-in-mental-health-research/) - Lived experience in mental health research — involving people who have firsthand experience of mental health challenges — is becoming essential, and initiatives like Wellcome’s Lived Experience Innovation Fund are helping make it standard practice worldwide.
- [Sparking Change: The Ember Innovations Story - A Journey of Innovation, Community, and Transformation in Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/sparking-change-the-ember-innovations-story-a-journey-of-innovation-community-and-transformation-in-mental-health/) - Ember Innovations has spent six years redefining mental health care in Aotearoa New Zealand, centering lived experience, Te Tiriti-led practice, and community-driven innovation.
- [FLOAT VR: A Matrix for One](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/float-vr-a-matrix-for-one/) - As AI and extended reality converge into XRAI, society faces a pivotal choice: allow it to fracture perception and deepen isolation, or design it intentionally to enhance balance, connection, and mental wellbeing.
- [Global Innovations and Strategies in Digital Mental Health: Insights from the 6th Global Ministerial Mental Health Summit, Qatar](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/global-innovations-and-strategies-in-digital-mental-health-insights-from-the-6th-global-ministerial-mental-health-summit/) - At the 6th Global Ministerial Mental Health Summit, eMHIC’s Prof. Anil Thapliyal highlighted how strategic investment, policy, and co-creation with lived experience can harness digital innovations to transform mental health care worldwide.
- [Lived Experience Leadership in Digital Mental Health: Insights from the Dutch Mental Health Leaders](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/lived-experience-leadership-in-digital-mental-health-insights-from-the-dutch-delegation/) - The Dutch delegation is setting a global standard in digital mental health by placing lived experience leadership at the center of design, development, and implementation of innovative, recovery-focused solutions.
- [Accelerating Innovation in Digital Mental Health: Insights from the MHIN Innovation Showcase, London](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/accelerating-innovation-in-digital-mental-health-insights-from-the-mhin-innovation-showcase-london/) - The Mental Health Innovation Network’s Innovation Showcase in London spotlighted groundbreaking digital mental health solutions, with eMHIC highlighting global collaboration to accelerate innovation and real-world impact.
- [Canadian MP Highlights eMHIC's 10th Global Digital Mental Health Congress in House of Commons](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/canadian-mp-highlights-emhics-10th-global-digital-mental-health-congress-in-house-of-commons/) - Canadian MP Matt Jeneroux recognized eMHIC and its upcoming 10th Global Digital Mental Health Congress in the House of Commons, highlighting the transformative potential of digital mental health.
- [Making Mental Health Support Easier to Find: Key Insights from SANE Australia’s Digital Navigation Project](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/making-mental-health-support-easier-to-find-key-insights-from-sane-australias-digital-navigation-project/) - SANE Australia’s Digital Navigation Project revealed fragmented mental health services and recommends tools and governance to make support easier to find and more connected.
- [The Meaning Crisis and the Rise of Spirit Tech](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/the-meaning-crisis-and-the-rise-of-spirit-tech/) - Spiritual health is a crucial, overlooked mental health defense, with a strong spiritual life reducing risks for depression and addiction. This widespread need for meaning is fueling the new Spirit Tech industry.
- [Building the BePrepared App: A Tool for Frontline Non-Specialist Responders in Disaster and Crisis Settings ](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/building-the-beprepared-app-a-tool-for-frontline-non-specialist-responders-in-disaster-and-crisis-settings/) - The BePrepared App is a vital digital tool for frontline non-specialist responders in disaster and crisis settings. It provides accessible Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) resources, including offline access and an AI chatbot. This innovative app empowers frontline responders to facilitate global mental health transformation.
- [Join us for eMHIC25, the 10th Digital Mental Health Global Congress!](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-news/join-us-for-emhic25-the-10th-digital-mental-health-global-congress/) - For the past ten years, the eMHIC Congress has been the trusted space for government officials, mental health commissioners, individuals with lived and living experience, innovators, researchers, frontline clinicians, and the global peak bodies committed to implementing effective digital mental health solutions within their jurisdictions.
- [The Evolving Face of Mental Health Recovery: Beyond Symptoms to Thriving](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/the-evolving-face-of-mental-health-recovery-beyond-symptoms-to-thriving/) - Mental health "recovery" must shift beyond symptom management to the public health goal of creating systemic and environmental conditions that allow individuals to thrive, rather than merely survive.
- [“America Is in the World, the World Is in America”: APA’s Council on International Psychiatry and Global Health](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/america-is-in-the-world-the-world-is-in-america-apas-council-on-international-psychiatry-and-global-health/) - The APA Council on International Psychiatry and Global Health is dedicated to forging robust global mental health solutions by integrating cultural perspectives and addressing major crises like migration. They are focused on enhancing international knowledge transfer, including establishing a resource clearinghouse for shared best practices.
- [FDA to Review AI Mental Health Devices: Setting the Stage for Regulation](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/fda-to-review-ai-mental-health-devices-setting-the-stage-for-regulation/) - The US FDA’s Digital Health Advisory Committee (DHAC) will meet on November 6, 2025 to evaluate AI-enabled digital mental health devices (including chatbots and virtual therapists) to explore how they could bridge the mental health service access gap while assessing their risks and potential regulatory pathways.
- [The States Step In to Regulate AI: A Policy Vacuum Filled by Local Action in the United States](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/the-states-step-in-to-regulate-ai-a-policy-vacuum-filled-by-local-action-in-the-united-states/) - US states are leading the regulation of AI in mental health by demanding transparency and oversight, but a major policy gap remains in mandating comprehensive AI safety protocols.
- [In Their Own Words: Young Voices on Mental Health and the Future](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/in-their-own-words-young-voices-on-mental-health-and-the-future/) - A 2023 US national poll of 1,304 young people reveals that while a majority report good mental health, significant economic and identity-based disparities persist, alongside high levels of worry about global crises and future economic stability.
- [Transforming Access: Human Mental Well-Being Meets Digital Innovation](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/transforming-access-human-mental-well-being-meets-digital-innovation/) - Long waits for mental health care cost lives and hope, but digital innovations—from rapid triage to AI companions and wearables—are transforming access. With the right design, these tools can make support faster, fairer, and more human.
- [Overview of HRI’s Digital Innovations Program](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/frameworks/overview-of-hris-digital-innovations-program/) - Lack of timely access to effective mental health and addiction treatment services is a major issue worldwide. Individuals, families, workplaces, and societies all suffer as a result. Using digital therapeutic tools can help expand services at a low cost.
- [Mental Health America](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/mental-health-america/) - Mental Health America was established in 1909, and is the leading national nonprofit dedicated to the promotion of mental health, well-being, and illness prevention in the United States. Mental Health America works to advance our mission through education, direct services, research, policy, and advocacy, and has become a national standard bearer in public mental health advocacy and community-based solutions. Our work is informed, designed, and led by the lived experience of those most affected, which powers our relentless pursuit of the mental health and well-being of all.
- [New App Prompts Parents to Raise Children with Healthy Minds](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/self-help-apps/new-app-prompts-parents-to-raise-children-with-healthy-minds/) - Raising Healthy Minds app is a new, free digital tool to help Australian parents, carers and practitioners working with children to better support children’s emotional and social wellbeing. The app is a high-quality digital platform that connects parents and professionals with reliable information and advice on infant and child social, emotional wellbeing and behaviours.
- [Getting Started with Digital Mental Health (for Professionals)](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/guidelines-standards/getting-started-with-digital-mental-health-for-professionals/) - This factsheet is designed for Health Practitioners new to using digital mental health resources with their clients or patients.
- [Mental Health Experts from Around the World Head to New Zealand](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/mental-health-experts-from-around-the-world-head-to-new-zealand/) - Mental Health experts will be at this years 8th Annual eMental Health International Congress on 10 to 11 November 2022, focusing on what’s already working and how to scale the role of digital technologies to improve access to care and treatment in mental health to help solve the global mental health crisis.
- [Instagram Partners With ReachOut to Launch Reel Talk Content Series](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-partner-news/instagram-partners-with-reachout-to-launch-reel-talk-content-series/) - Today, in partnership with ReachOut, Instagram is launching its latest Australian safety and wellbeing campaign, Reel Talk.
- [Images Matter: Mindframe Guidelines for Image Use](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/guidelines-standards/images-matter-mindframe-guidelines-for-image-use/) - A practical, research-informed, and user-friendly resource that is designed for media and other communicators. It seeks to inform, support and empower people to select and use images in ways that minimise stigma and harm, and maximise diversity of representation.
- [This Course Teaches Students How to Connect with Older Adults to Forge Intergenerational Bonds and Help Alleviate Loneliness and Isolation](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/website-based-tools-and-resources/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 growth mindset, resiliency, mindfulness and goal-setting, while older adults impart their wisdom by sharing their stories with students in-person, over the phone or through virtual visits.
- [PAHO Launches New Campaign to Curb Stigma Against People with Mental Health Conditions](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/eliminating-prejudice/paho-launches-new-campaign-to-curb-stigma-against-people-with-mental-health-conditions/) - The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is launching #DoYourShare to support mental health, a campaign that seeks to curb the stigma and discrimination experienced by people with mental health conditions, and promote positive interactions that improve their search for help.
- [3 Things to Know Before Talking to ChatGPT about Your Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/artificial-intelligence-2/3-things-to-know-before-talking-to-chatgpt-about-your-mental-health/) - People are using ChatGPT, a chatbot powered by artificial intelligence for advice on their mental health, even though it wasn't designed for that. While the chatbot is knowledgeable about mental health it can't be relied upon for an accurate diagnosis, advice or treatment and is therefore not a substitute for a licensed therapist.
- [MOHT's Digital Innovations Reshape Singapore's Mental Healthcare Landscape](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/self-help-apps/mohts-digital-innovations-reshape-singapores-mental-healthcare-landscape/) - MOH Office for Healthcare Transformation (MOHT) is an innovation office established by the Ministry Of Health (MOH) in 2018 to lead, facilitate and accelerate system-level changes needed to transform healthcare delivery and the empowerment of health and self-management of disease.
- [The NHS Confederation’s Latest Report Explores the Potential of Digital in Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/reports/the-nhs-confederations-latest-report-explores-the-potential-of-digital-in-mental-health/) - In the ever-evolving landscape of mental healthcare, digital technologies have emerged as a game-changer. The NHS Confederation's report titled "Maximising the Potential of Digital in Mental Health," puts the spotlight on the pivotal role of digital innovations in England's mental healthcare pathways. These innovations, some of which were a response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, have now become an integral part of the healthcare ecosystem. They hold the promise of not only enhancing mental well-being but also revolutionizing the delivery of healthcare services.
- [Virtual Reality-Based Therapy: Can It Transform Interventions for Severe Mental Disorders in a Cost-Effective Manner?](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/virtual-reality-based-therapy-can-it-transform-interventions-for-severe-mental-disorders-in-a-cost-effective-manner/) - In this webinar, researchers from VIRTU Research Group in Denmark discuss how virtual reality is a cutting-edge mental health treatment tool that has the potential to significantly advance non-pharmacological treatment of severe mental disorders.
- [How Behavioral Health Providers Can Gain 5 Key Staffing Benefits](https://emhicglobal.com/special-interest-groups/workforce-special-interest-groups/how-behavioral-health-providers-can-gain-5-key-staffing-benefits/) - The teams on acute behavioral health inpatient units face a daily challenge. A typical unit has 16 behavioral health patients, each requiring Q15 rounding. That’s 16 patients who need checks every 15 minutes, a total of 96 checks per day per patient for 1,536 daily checks total.
- [Global Effort to Transform Mental Health in the Philippines: WAPR Mental Health Conference Highlights Collaborative Solutions](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/global-effort-to-transform-mental-health-in-the-philippines-wapr-mental-health-conference-highlights-collaborative-solutions/) - What do Canada, New Zealand, the Philippines' Department of Health (DOH), National Centre for Mental Health (NCMH), World Association of Psychosocial Rehabilitation (WAPR), Centre for Informatics (CFI), University of San Agustin (USA), and a world-famous fashion designer have in common? A strong desire to address mental health challenges on a local and global scale.
- [Revolutionizing Youth Mental Health. Unlocking Hope and Healing: A Digital Transdiagnostic Moderated Social Therapy Platform (ENYOY) for Youth with Emerging Mental Health Complaints.](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/revolutionizing-youth-mental-health-unlocking-hope-and-healing-a-digital-transdiagnostic-moderated-social-therapy-platform-enyoy-for-youth-with-emerging-mental-health-complaints/) - The prevalence of youth mental health issues is a significant concern globally, with approximately one in four young people in the Western world experiencing a mental health disorder annually. In the Netherlands, a quarter of young adults were categorized as 'psychologically unhealthy' in 2021, and the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated these challenges. Adolescence, marked by various transformations, leaves young people vulnerable to mental health complaints, often emerging before the age of 25.
- [Shining Beacon: Republic of Ireland's Leadership in Digital Mental Health Innovation](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/shining-beacon-republic-of-irelands-leadership-in-digital-mental-health-innovation/) - The shining beacon of innovation in mental health generally all government and related agencies around the world are seen as slow moving lethargic organisations, particularly when it comes to adoption of digital technologies to improve access to information, care, support and treatment.
- [Toronto Roundtable - Improving Access to Mental Health Care, Support, and Treatment at Population Health Level](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/toronto-roundtable-improving-access-to-mental-health-care-support-and-treatment-at-population-health-level/) - eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC) hosted a Digital Mental Health Roundtable in Toronto, Canada on Friday 16 Feb 2024 in collaboration with the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) and Kids Help Phone. Michel Rodrigue (CEO of the MHCC) and Katherine (Kathy) Hay (CEO of Kids Help Phone) provided strong vision, foresight and commitment which ensured the success of the event. The roundtable was also excellently facilitated by passionate champion of digital mental health, Professor Andrew Greenshaw.
- [Innovative Mental Health Initiatives That Enable Workplaces To Thrive](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/innovative-mental-health-initiatives-that-enable-workplaces-to-thrive/) - Experts from SuperFriend (Australia), the Mental Health Commission of Canada, and Chnnl (New Zealand) explore the current perceptions surrounding workplace well-being initiatives and clarify various misconceptions, drawing from years of experience and extensive data collection in the field.
- [eMHIC and GLE Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Enhance Global Mental Health Leadership](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-and-gle-sign-memorandum-of-understanding-to-enhance-global-mental-health-leadership/) - It is with pleasure that the eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC) announces the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Global Leadership Exchange (GLE). This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone in leveraging the collective strengths of these two significant peak body organisations in respective fields to advance mental health leadership and digital mental health development globally.
- [Innovative Mental Health Initiatives That Enable Workplaces To Thrive](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/innovative-mental-health-initiatives-that-enable-workplaces-to-thrive-2/) - This webinar brings together experts from Australia, Canada, and New Zealand to explore the latest discourse on workplace well-being initiatives—what works, what doesn’t, and the conditions needed for real impact.
- [Lifeline Australia - Australia's Leading Suicide Prevention Organisation](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/lifeline-australia-australias-leading-suicide-prevent-organisation/) - Built on the belief that no one in Australia should have to face their darkest moments alone, Lifeline provides free and confidential 24/7 one-to-one crisis support via phone (13 11 14), text, and online chat services as well as mental health information and resources via their digital self-led Support Toolkit.
- [Diving Head-First Into E-Mental Health Support for Young People With Headstrong](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/diving-head-first-into-e-mental-health-support-for-young-people-with-headstrong/) - Headstrong is a wellbeing mobile app (and is also available on any device via a web browser). It’s a chatbot companion that supports young people (aged 12-17) in building wellbeing by teaching skills for navigating day-to-day challenges. It uses rule-based logic to converse with users to teach skills, give users the chance to practise them, and guide them through various strategies to tackle whatever life throws at them.
- [What Do Young People in Crisis Need From Their Communities?](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/what-do-young-people-in-crisis-need-from-their-communities/) - A new report from Crisis Text Line and Common Good Labs offers solutions to the youth mental health crisis based on over 87,000 anonymized conversations with young people who talked about what helps them cope.
- [‘Youth Flourishing in North Auckland’ - e-Mental Health at the Intersection of Community-Driven and Systems-Level Innovation](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/youth-flourishing-in-north-auckland-e-mental-health-at-the-intersection-of-community-driven-and-systems-level-innovation/) - In this webinar we will share learning and experience from the 'Youth Flourishing in North Auckland,' Innovation Challenge, both from the perspective of the delivery partners: Ember Innovations and the Paihere Charitable Trust, and from that of members of the innovator cohort working on e-mental health solutions.
- [Embedding Lived Experience Into Digital Mental Health Programs](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/embedding-lived-experience-into-digital-mental-health-programs/) - Embedding lived experience into digital mental health involves integrating the real-life experiences of individuals who have personally navigated mental health challenges into the design, development, and delivery of digital mental health solutions.
- [Meet SA’s Mental Health Commissioner and “Wellbeing Warrior”](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/meet-sas-mental-health-commissioner-and-wellbeing-warrior/) - Our Mental Health Commissioner has big ideas about how to tackle prejudice and discrimination associated with mental health. We sat down with Taimi Allan to find out how she’s shaking things up for the better.
- [Cascade Impacts: Mental Health Workforce & Community Resilience](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/cascade-impacts-mental-health-workforce-community-resilience/) - In this webinar, collaborative researchers from the affiliated network of text-based crisis response partners at Mental Health Innovations (providers of Shout, in the UK), Kids Help Phone (Canada), Text About it by Spunout (Ireland), and Crisis Text Line (United States) will share insights from their collective efforts to illuminate the cascade impacts of volunteers through their models.
- [Unprecedented series of 6 Digital Mental Health Roundtables across Australia and NZ in 2024 to unlock Digital's Potential for Improving Access, Easing Workforce Constraints and Implementing Scalable Prevention Initiatives](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/unprecedented-series-of-6-digital-mental-health-roundtables-across-australia-and-nz-in-2024-to-unlock-digitals-potential-for-improving-access-easing-workforce-constraints-and-implementing-scalable/) - Technology permeates every aspect of our lives so it's no surprise that mental health care is undergoing a digital revolution. Digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) present transformative opportunities for mental health services, making them more accessible, efficient, and effective. To delve into this crucial intersection of technology and mental health, eMHIC is leading a series of six roundtable events in May across Australia and New Zealand, bringing together local and international subject matter experts to explore Digital Mental Health Strategy & Implementation and the role of AI in Mental Health.
- [WHO Unveils a Digital Health Promoter Harnessing Generative AI for Public Health](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/who-unveils-a-digital-health-promoter-harnessing-generative-ai-for-public-health/) - S.A.R.A.H. is a Smart AI Resource Assistant for Health that represents an evolution of AI-powered health information avatars, using new language models and cutting-edge technology. It can engage users 24 hours a day in 8 languages on multiple health topics, on any device.
- [Cultivating Awareness of Evidence-Based, Regulated, and Safe Digital Health Tools](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/cultivating-awareness-of-evidence-based-regulated-and-safe-digital-health-tools/) - In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, digital health stands as a towering pillar of innovation, promising revolutionary advancements in patient care and treatment. Yet, despite its grandeur and the cacophony of buzz surrounding it, there exists a significant obstacle impeding its widespread adoption: awareness.
- [ReachOut's 2022-2023 Social Impact Report](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/reachouts-2022-2023-social-impact-report/) - ReachOut has been supporting the mental health and well-being of young Australians for over 25 years. They facilitate greater mental health literacy through their digital-first support services and resources to young people and their support networks.
- [eMHIC's Anil Thapliyal Invited to The Society of Digital Psychiatry & JMIR Mental Health's Webinar](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhics-anil-thapliyal-invited-to-the-society-of-digital-psychiatry-jmir-mental-healths-webinar/) - It is such an honour for eMHIC’s Executive Director to be invited by The Society of Digital Psychiatry & JMIR Mental Health to be part of a much needed and timely conversation on "Empowering Global Mental Wellness: Harnessing eMental Health Collaborations for Positive Impact."
- [eMHIC's Anil Thapliyal Presented with "Honorary Champion of the Kids Help Phone Feel Out Loud National Movement in Canada Award"](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhics-anil-thapliyal-presented-with-honorary-champion-of-the-kids-help-phone-feel-out-loud-national-movement-in-canada-award/) - In recognition of his significant contributions to mental health, eMHIC’s Executive Director, Professor Anil Thapliyal, was honored with the "Honorary Champion of the Kids Help Phone Feel Out Loud National Movement in Canada Award'' by Katherine Hay, CEO and President of Kids Help Phone. The ceremony took place in Auckland, New Zealand, on May 10, 2024.
- [Protecting Young People From Harmful Content Online](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/protecting-young-people-from-harmful-content-online/) - Young people and suicide prevention experts agree collaboration is the key to improving online safety in relation to self-harm and suicide, a new study has found.
- [Best practice for integrating digital interventions into clinical care for young people at risk of suicide: a Delphi study](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/best-practice-for-integrating-digital-interventions-into-clinical-care-for-young-people-at-risk-of-suicide-a-delphi-study/) - Digital tools have the capacity to complement and enhance clinical care for young people at risk of suicide. Despite the rapid rise of digital tools, their rate of integration into clinical practice remains low. The poor uptake of digital tools may be in part due to the lack of best-practice guidelines for clinicians and services to safely apply them with this population.
- [ORCHA Platform Helps Suicide Prevention Helpline to Recommend Apps](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/self-help-apps/orcha-platform-helps-suicide-prevention-helpline-to-recommend-apps/) - Suicide is the biggest killer of under 35s in the UK. Papyrus is the national charity founded for the prevention of young suicide, providing confidential support and advice to young people struggling with thoughts of suicide, and anyone worried about a young person through its helpline, HOPELINE247.
- [Community Led Response to Meet Ever Increasing Mental Health Needs](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/emental-health-international-collaborative-emhics-recent-roundtables-in-australia-new-zealand-a-resounding-success/) - eMHIC, in collaboration with local and national government entities, led six roundtable events in May across Australia and New Zealand. These events gathered local and international experts to explore Digital Mental Health Strategy & Implementation and the role of AI in Mental Health. The roundtables touched on international best practices in designing, developing, and implementing digital mental health strategies, integrating them into broader ecosystems of mental health and psychosocial supports, and ensuring that individuals with lived experience of mental ill health remained central to the discussions.
- [Innovative Approaches to Eating Disorders and Addiction Recovery: Insights from Body Peace Canada and ConnexOntario](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/innovative-approaches-to-eating-disorders-and-addiction-recovery-insights-from-body-peace-canada-and-connexontario/) - In this webinar, experts from Body Peace Canada & ConnexOntario present an overview of the systemic and individual challenges related to eating disorders and addiction recovery. They speak to the impact of peer support and immediate navigation support for those providing and receiving support, and how robust training and supervision ensures support is safe and effective.
- [Hitting The Sweet Spot: The Art Of Measuring Impact For Anonymous Digital Services](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/hitting-the-sweet-spot-the-art-of-measuring-impact-for-anonymous-digital-services/) - In an increasingly competitive funding market, impact measurement allows organisations to demonstrate their social value to key stakeholders, such as funders and the communities they support. It enables organisations to position themselves as leaders amongst a sea of competitors and helps them to remain accountable.
- [Improving Workplace Culture: The Role of Therapy Outcome Monitoring in Reducing Burnout](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/improving-workplace-culture-the-role-of-therapy-outcome-monitoring-in-reducing-burnout/) - Let’s set the stage, shall we? Imagine you’re a healthcare professional, committed to promoting wellness and improving lives. Day in, day out, you’re on the frontlines, carrying the weight of others’ ailments on your shoulders and relentlessly pushing yourself to do more and be more. Sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone. However, this incessant drive can lead to burnout—a state of mental, physical, and emotional exhaustion that’s all too common in the healthcare sector.
- [From Chaos to Order – Transforming Mental Health for Veterans Leveraging Digital Technologies](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/from-chaos-to-order-transforming-mental-health-for-veterans-leveraging-digital-technologies/) - In this webinar, VAC officials share information about the population they serve; how they ensure the delivery of mental health services virtually; ways they’re facilitating non-invasive emerging therapies; the mental health apps they offer to support self-directed care; how they’re measuring effectiveness of care with digital tools; and ways they’re looking at filling gaps in the continuum of service.
- [Guide to Selecting Mental Health AI Technology](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/guide-to-selecting-mental-health-ai-technology/) - Use of artificial intelligence (AI), advanced analytics, and workflows are going to be required for mental health organizations to be more efficient and effective, maximize revenue, and provide improved outcomes. In fact, we're seeing a growing number of AI technologies and algorithms in use by mental health providers. Those who have yet to pursue adoption will want to take steps sooner than later to start taking advantage of current and future advancements.
- [NASMHPD – Serving the Needs of the Nation’s Public Behavioral Health System](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/nasmhpd-serving-the-needs-of-the-nations-public-behavioral-health-system/) - The National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) represents the public mental health service delivery system in all states, territories, Pacific Jurisdictions, and the District of Columbia. NASMHPD (pronounced "NASH-bid") is the only national association representing state mental health commissioners/directors and their agencies. We work to promote wellness, recovery, and resiliency for individuals with mental health conditions, co-occurring mental health and substance-related disorders, or other conditions that may co-occur with mental health, across all ages and racial, ethnic, and cultural groups.
- [The Public Health Foundation of Bangladesh recognizes eMHIC’s Professor Anil Thapliyal for His Visionary Leadership and Commitment to Advancing Global Mental Health Initiatives.](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/the-public-health-foundation-of-bangladesh-recognizes-emhics-professor-anil-thapliyal-for-his-visionary-leadership-and-commitment-to-advancing-global-mental-health-initiatives/) - On Thursday, 19 June 2024, in Dhaka, the Board of the Public Health Foundation of Bangladesh (PHFBD), chaired by Dr Aftab Uddin, presented a Crest of Appreciation to eMHIC’s Executive Director, Professor Anil Thapliyal for his visionary leadership and commitment to advancing global mental health initiatives.
- [eMHIC’s Professor Anil Thapliyal Visits Sendai, Japan, the Birthplace of The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhics-professor-anil-thapliyal-visits-sendai-japan-the-birthplace-of-the-sendai-framework-for-disaster-risk-reduction/) - On his recent travels to Japan, eMHIC’s Executive Director, Professor Anil Thapliyal, was invited by Dr Hiroto Ito to visit the Faculty of Medicine at Tohoku Medical and Pharmaceutical University in Sendai. In 2011, as the world watched on helplessly, a powerful tsunami hit Sendai, decimating villages, homes, and businesses and claiming many lives. Residents had only an eight-minute warning to evacuate. The official figures, released in 2021, reported 19,759 deaths, 6,242 injured, and 2,553 people missing. A 2015 report indicated 228,863 people were still living away from their homes in temporary housing or had been forced, by the situation, to relocate permanently.
- [Professor Anil Thapliyal Shares Insights on Empowering Global Mental Wellness at Recent JMIR Webinar](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/professor-anil-thapliyal-shares-insights-on-empowering-global-mental-wellness-at-recent-jmir-webinar/) - The recent JMIR webinar featuring Professor Anil Thapliyal, eMHIC’s Executive Director, was a tremendous success, attracting positive feedback from attendees worldwide. Attendees were particularly impressed by Professor Thapliyal’s discussion on the five key principles to empower positive collaboration: starting with the perspective of lived experience, requiring evidence, sharing best practices, engaging the workforce, and integrating industry collaboration.
- [Valentia Technologies: Leading Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/valentia-technologies-leading-digital-mental-health/) - At Valentia Technologies, we are transforming the landscape of digital mental health across New Zealand. Our commitment is to harness technology to make telehealth more accessible, effective, and personalised for everyone. Whether it’s a simple check-in or a complex health intervention, our advanced platform offers a seamless, secure, and comprehensive solution for modern telehealth needs.
- [Listen Well's Latest Podcast: Fighting the Voices with Digital Therapeutics](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/listen-wells-latest-podcast-fighting-the-voices-with-digital-therapeutics/) - Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness, that typically begins when the person is young (in their late teens or early adulthood). It disrupts the person’s ability to think clearly, with one of the more frequent symptoms being auditory hallucinations (hearing noises). Listen in as Dr. Mo Alsuwaidan discusses this disabling disorder and a potential digital treatment for schizophrenia with special guests Dr. Louise Birkedal Glenthøj and patient advocate, Ms. Vibeke Andersen. The guests offer their insights from both a medical perspective and lived experience.
- [Social Media – Harmer or Helper?](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/social-media-harmer-or-helper/) - Global Leadership Exchange focuses on sharing knowledge and providing leaders around the world with connections, resources and support to develop their leadership skills. We do this in a collaborative and open way that stimulates problem solving actions. There are many of those problems to consider in the fields of mental health, addictions and disability. Our Leadership Exchange event in Utrecht in June once again showed that although countries and systems are diverse they are connected by a number of common issues that are truly global.
- [ChatGPT Therapy: Exploring the Potential of Generative AI Chatbots for Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/chatgpt-therapy-exploring-the-potential-of-generative-ai-chatbots-for-mental-health/) - Imagine having a compassionate, non-judgmental therapist available 24/7 at your fingertips. This is the emerging promise of generative AI chatbots. But are people actually using ChatGPT and similar tools for mental health support? And if so, what is it like to use?
- [Digital Futures in Mind: Why Lived Experience Collaboration Must Guide Digital Mental Health Technologies](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/digital-futures-in-mind-why-lived-experience-collaboration-must-guide-digital-mental-health-technologies/) - This paper provides a commentary emerging from work by authors with lived experience, and those without, that explored accountability in digital mental health technologies and services. The commentary offers guidance to anyone interested in supporting lived experience-led, and collaborative governance of, digital mental health technologies. This guidance, drawing on interdisciplinary and lived experience-led research and grey literature, assists readers in understanding why collaboration should take place, when, where and with whom, on what issues this could start, and how collaborators should approach this.
- [eMHIC Announces Two New Global Leadership Council Inductees](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-announces-two-new-global-leadership-council-inductees/) - This month, eMHIC took the opportunity to recognize two outstanding American mental health sector leaders, Dr Brian Hepburn and Professor Andy Greenshaw by inducting them into eMHIC's prestigious Global Leadership Council.
- [eMHIC’s Recent Roundtable Events: A Compelling Overview](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/emhics-recent-roundtable-events-a-compelling-overview/) - eMHIC’s Executive Director, Professor Anil Thapliyal has recently completed an extensive international trip which included Canada and the U.S. where he co-hosted three incredibly successful Roundtable events filled with inspiring conversations and an invaluable exchange of resources and insights.
- [eMHIC Executive Director, Professor Anil Thapliyal - Leading a Digital Transformation in Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-executive-director-professor-anil-thapliyal-leading-a-digital-transformation-in-mental-health/) - As ICT&health celebrates its 10th anniversary, its magazine highlights visionary leaders like our Executive Director, Professor Anil Thapliyal, who drive digital transformation in mental health. We are incredibly proud of Anil’s leadership and dedication to making digital mental health solutions accessible, inclusive, and genuinely transformative.
- [Innovation Through Collaborative Technology Development: A Case Study of a California County Agency’s Behavioral Health Services](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/innovation-through-collaborative-technology-development-a-case-study-of-a-california-county-agencys-behavioral-health-services/) - Join Chorus Innovations for their inaugural webinar, “Innovation through Collaborative Technology Development: A Case Study of a California County Agency’s Behavioral Health Services.” This session will delve into the successful partnership between one of California’s largest county agency’s Behavioral Health Services and Chorus Innovations.
- [Harnessing AI Symptom Tracking to Advance Measurement-Based Care](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/harnessing-ai-symptom-tracking-to-advance-measurement-based-care/) - In this thought-provoking webinar, behavioral health and Artificial Intelligence (AI) experts discuss the current issues facing mental health and how technological advancements are making measurement-based care a reality for all. Measurement-based care lays the groundwork for understanding the scale and patterns of these illnesses and objectively tracking how interventions affect treatment. The speakers will also examine AI’s practical implementation considerations and new avenues for understanding and treating conditions. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the advanced intersection of AI and mental health and technology’s role in improving clinical practice and population health management.
- [A Special Tribute for Gregor Henderson, eMHIC Board Member](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/a-special-tribute-for-gregor-henderson-emhic-board-member/) - From time to time, we meet some very special people who inspire us and touch our lives meaningfully in every imaginable way. That person for us at eMHIC was Gregor Henderson.
- [4 Principles to Guide AI in Supporting Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/4-principles-to-guide-ai-in-supporting-mental-health/) - Mental health disorders are a pressing issue where one in every two people globally will develop a mental health condition at some point1. Unfortunately, far too few people have access to high-quality mental healthcare. As a psychologist, I’ve seen this chasm between demand and supply result in people falling through the cracks with devastating outcomes. At Google, we’re committed to doing our part to support mental health, and recognize that AI has the potential to help address this need by expanding access to education, assessment and intervention. For example, AI models trained on mental health data can generate resources that help with tasks such as training providers, making diagnoses and implementing interventions. But AI can only be useful if we approach this opportunity — and challenge — in the right way.
- [Empowering Autism: Discover the SAM and SAM Junior Apps for Stress Management](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/empowering-autism-discover-the-sam-and-sam-junior-apps-for-stress-management/) - This webinar covers SAM and SAM junior’s development, functionality, and scientific validation. Alvin van Asselt, a PhD candidate researching rejection-sensitive dysphoria in autism, discusses the app’s user-centric design and its journey to becoming a free, widely accessible tool across Europe.
- [AI Chatbots for Mental Health: Opportunities and Limitations](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/ai-chatbots-for-mental-health-opportunities-and-limitations/) - AI technology has brought significant advancements in various fields, including mental health care. AI chatbots, designed to provide mental health support, have become increasingly popular as tools to assist individuals in managing their mental health. These chatbots offer various services, from immediate crisis intervention to ongoing therapeutic conversations. However, despite their potential, AI chatbots also present several challenges. This post explores the opportunities and challenges of using AI chatbots for mental health.
- [Storytelling: A Powerful Tool for Cultivating Community, Encouraging Support & Shifting Our Mental Health Systems](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/storytelling-a-powerful-tool-for-cultivating-community-encouraging-support-shifting-our-mental-health-systems/) - We have all felt inspired, and overcome by awe at the resilience we see demonstrated through someone who has accomplished a remarkable feat or overcome a significant obstacle. Yet, for someone connecting with a story of mental health, research shows that stories that highlight recovery and coping strategies not only make us feel more hopeful, they actually empower us to seek help.
- [“It Just Happened to be the Perfect Thing” Real-life Experiences of Generative AI Chatbots for Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/it-just-happened-to-be-the-perfect-thing-real-life-experiences-of-generative-ai-chatbots-for-mental-health/) - As ChatGPT and other generative AI tools become more widespread, people are increasingly using them to work on their mental health. But so far there is only limited research into why people use it, what it’s like to use it, and how it can help.
- [A Global Leap Forward in Digital Mental Health: Highlights from eMHIC24 in Ottawa](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/a-global-leap-forward-in-digital-mental-health-highlights-from-emhic24-in-ottawa/) - A groundbreaking event brought together global visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders to transform the landscape of digital mental health. With the powerful theme of “Building Capacity in Digital Mental Health: 24/7 Support for All,” the Congress showcased how technology is reshaping mental health care on an unprecedented global scale.
- [From Horses to Teslas: Revolutionizing Mental Health Training in the Digital Age](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/from-horses-to-teslas-revolutionizing-mental-health-training-in-the-digital-age/) - The landscape of technology has evolved dramatically—from Google searches to AI-powered tools that perform complex tasks. But what about our mental health training programs? Are they preparing professionals for the realities of the digital age? This article explores why mental health education needs a fundamental shift to keep pace with these changes and how we can drive that revolution.
- [The Potential of AI to Enhance Mental Health in Correctional Facilities: Benefits for Staff and Incarcerated Individuals](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/the-potential-of-ai-to-enhance-mental-health-in-correctional-facilities-benefits-for-staff-and-incarcerated-individuals/) - There are substantial reasons to think that rapidly developing advances in technology will create profound changes in the decision-making, diagnosis, treatment, and management related to healthcare issues, including mental health care, in the next few years.
- [Bridging Minds: The Transformative Power of Digital Storytelling in Mental Health Care](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/bridging-minds-the-transformative-power-of-digital-storytelling-in-mental-health-care/) - Digital storytelling has emerged as a powerful tool in transforming the mental health landscape by connecting clinical expertise with the real-life experiences of those navigating their mental health journeys.
- [Considerations for Regulation and Evaluation of Digital Mental Health Technologies](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/considerations-for-regulation-and-evaluation-of-digital-mental-health-technologies/) - This paper dives into the growing role of Digital Mental Health Technologies (DMHTs) in supporting mental health services. As the demand for mental health care continues to rise, these digital tools offer a promising way to bridge gaps in service delivery, especially when workforce shortages and long waiting times are all too common.
- [Four Steps to Improve Employee Mental Health: Borrowing from Occupational Health & Safety Programs](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/four-steps-to-improve-employee-mental-health-borrowing-from-occupational-health-safety-programs/) - Employee mental health has become a top three business issue over the past few years. Organizations are developing a new appreciation that mental health is not simply about having programs to support those requiring clinical treatment. It is also about having a team that is mentally healthy—capable of bringing their best focus and energy to the workplace every day.
- [Transforming Mental Health Services: Meeting theNeeds of Canadian Veterans in a Digital Health Era](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/transforming-mental-health-services-meeting-theneeds-of-canadian-veterans-in-a-digital-health-era/) - Veterans Affairs Canada’s mandate is to support the well-being of Veterans and their families and to promote recognition and remembrance of the achievements and sacrifices of those who served Canada in times of war, military conflict and peace.
- [Brisbane, Adelaide and New Zealand Leading the Way in Mental Health Innovation](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/brisbane-adelaide-and-new-zeland-leading-the-way-in-mental-health-innovation/) - eMHIC’s Executive Director, Professor Anil Thapliyal’s recent trip to Brisbane and Adelaide in Australia and New Zealand’s capital, Wellington, highlighted these regions as powerhouses in digital mental health innovation. Anil was accompanied by renowned digital mental health experts Kathy Hay (CEO and President of Kids Help Phone) and Professor Andrew Greenshaw (University of Alberta).
- [Digital Crisis Support as an Essential Service: A Global Imperative](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/digital-crisis-support-as-an-essential-service-a-global-imperative/) - This year, on World Mental Health Day, four leading international networks—Lifeline International, the International Federation of Telephone Emergency Services (IFOTES), Befrienders Worldwide, and the International Council for Helplines—united to emphasize their collective stance: crisis support services are not ancillary but essential.
- [Bridging Minds Part 2: Deepening the Conversation on the Transformative Power of Digital Storytelling in Mental Health Care](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/bridging-minds-part-2-deepening-the-conversation-on-the-transformative-power-of-digital-storytelling-in-mental-health-care/) - Following the powerful insights shared in our first session, Bridging Minds: The Transformative Power of Digital Storytelling in Mental Health Care, this webinar will continue to explore how digital storytelling is reshaping mental health care by connecting clinical knowledge with the real, lived experiences of those navigating mental health challenges.
- [A Generation at Risk: A Global Perspective on Addressing the Youth Mental Health Crisis](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/a-generation-at-risk-a-global-perspective-on-addressing-the-youth-mental-health-crisis/) - Young people globally are disproportionately affected by mental health issues. Between 2015 and 2020, Canadian youth aged 16–24 experienced a sharper decline in mental health compared to the general population, mirroring trends seen worldwide. Suicide remains the second leading cause of death among youth globally, a grim statistic that highlights the urgent need for comprehensive solutions.
- [eMHIC Leads the Way in Global Mental Health Advocacy](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-leads-the-way-in-global-mental-health-advocacy/) - As a pioneering force in transforming mental health care, eMHIC continues to make significant strides on the global stage. From shaping conversations at prestigious events to driving innovation in humanitarian settings, eMHIC is at the forefront of reshaping how the world perceives, delivers, and embraces digital to improve access to mental health care.
- [A Proven Approach for the Digital Transformation of Mental Health Services: Caraniche Case Study](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/a-proven-approach-for-the-digital-transformation-of-mental-health-services-caraniche-case-study/) - The demand for mental healthcare services is at an all-time high to combat this we need new solutions and care delivery models, amplified by modern, flexible, and purpose-built technology. Unfortunately, most mental health delivery organisations fall well short on the technology front. Rather than being enabled by their technology, they must deliver excellent care despite their cumbersome, disjointed and outdated systems.
- [Unlocking Collaborative Innovation: DIVERT Mental Health and Mitacs Partnership for Youth Mental Health Projects](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/unlocking-collaborative-innovation-divert-mental-health-and-mitacs-partnership-for-youth-mental-health-projects/) - DIVERT Mental Health, in collaboration with Mitacs, is paving the way for innovative partnerships that bridge the gap between academic research and real-world industry challenges, particularly in the child and youth mental health field. This initiative aims to leverage technology to improve mental health outcomes for those who need it most by focusing on traditionally marginalized populations.
- [Responding to the Mental Health Crisis in Conflict Zones: The Role of eMHPSS](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/responding-to-the-mental-health-crisis-in-conflict-zones-the-role-of-emhpss/) - Electronic Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (eMHPSS) represents a transformative approach to providing mental health services. Using technology, eMHPSS overcomes physical barriers, ensuring timely and accessible care in conflict zones and remote areas. Services such as teletherapy, video consultations, and self-help applications allow professionals to reach affected populations effectively, even in the most challenging circumstances.
- [Providing Accessible, Evidence-Based eMH Solutions: Strongest Families’ Commitment to Innovation](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/providing-accessible-evidence-based-emh-solutions-strongest-families-commitment-to-innovation/) - At Strongest Families Institute (SFI), we are dedicated to transforming e-mental health (eMH) care by providing accessible, evidence-based solutions that enhance the well-being of children, youth, adults, and families across Canada.
- [Clinicians Driving Impact Moving from Barriers to Breakthroughs in Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/clinicians-driving-impact-moving-from-barriers-to-breakthroughs-in-digital-mental-health/) - Reflecting on the powerful insights from eMHIC Congress 2024, this webinar explores the enduring challenge of clinician engagement in digital mental health, asking whether it’s time to rethink our approach.
- [Empowering Care: Leveraging AI in Helplines and Telehealth](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/empowering-care-leveraging-ai-in-helplines-and-telehealth/) - AI tools are a powerful way to help meet increased needs for behavioral health support if we can avoid the dangers. So, how can you use AI for good in your organization?
- [Tech Support](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/tech-support/) - Online mental health support is breaking down barriers. We look at the potential of artificial intelligence and strategies for avoiding the pitfalls.
- [Delivering Excellence: How The Optimisation Hub is Driving Global Transformation](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/delivering-excellence-how-the-optimisation-hub-is-driving-global-transformation/) - In a world defined by rapid change and unprecedented challenges, turning ambitious visions into tangible results is essential.
- [Consortium for Research in Eating Disorders](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/consortium-for-research-in-eating-disorders/) - Our knowledge of the causes of eating disorders is still limited. It is a complex interaction of genetic, biological, psychological, and social factors. Without understanding exactly how these factors interact, we cannot develop the most effective treatments, including those using digital health approaches.
- [De Nederlandse GGZ Roundtable on Digital Mental Health – Transforming Mental Healthcare in the Netherlands](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/de-nederlandse-ggz-roundtable-on-digital-mental-health-transforming-mental-healthcare-in-the-netherlands/) - On Thursday, January 30, De Nederlandse GGZ hosted an exclusive Roundtable on Digital Mental Health in Maastricht, Netherlands, focused on transforming mental healthcare in the country.
- [ICT&health World Conference, Keynote Address on Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/icthealth-world-conference-keynote-address-on-digital-mental-health/) - At the ICT&health World Conference in the Netherlands, eMHIC's Executive Director, Professor Anil Thapliyal, addressed global healthcare leaders, innovators, and policymakers, including representatives from the Ministry of Health and the WHO on the transformative role of digital solutions in mental health care.
- [Calling Young Mental Health Advocates: Apply Now for Mental Health America’s Youth Policy Accelerator!](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/calling-young-mental-health-advocates-apply-now-for-mental-health-americas-youth-policy-accelerator/) - eMHIC’s partner organization, Mental Health America (MHA) is now accepting applications for its 2025 Youth Policy Accelerator (YPA)—an exciting and unique opportunity for young leaders (ages 18-25) and changemakers passionate about shaping mental health policy to make a real impact on national mental health initiatives. eMhi
- [RiseUp: A Transformative Step Toward Black Youth Empowerment](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/riseup-a-transformative-step-toward-black-youth-empowerment/) - The rhythm of change often begins with a single note—a bold acknowledgment of history and the promise of a brighter future. RiseUp powered by Kids Help Phone embodies this rhythm, stepping boldly into the gaps created by systemic inequities and anti-Black racism to empower Black youth across Canada.
- [Digital Mental Health Technologies Guidance Launched to Help Manufacturers and Safeguard Users](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/digital-mental-health-technologies-guidance-launched-to-help-manufacturers-and-safeguard-users/) - The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today issued new guidance to help manufacturers meet UK medical devices regulations and ensure digital mental health technologies are effective, reliable and acceptably safe.
- [New Research Publication in the field of Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/new-research-publication-in-the-field-of-digital-mental-health/) - MHRA's Holly Coole, Senior Manager for Digital Mental Health, and Francesca Edelmann, Manager for Digital Mental Health in the Innovative Devices group, have co-authored a paper published in JMIR Publications Mental Health.
- [Leveraging Digital Solutions to Promote Mental Well-Being in Singapore](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/leveraging-digital-solutions-to-promote-mental-well-being-in-singapore/) - The Health Promotion Board (HPB) of Singapore leverages digital solutions to enhance mental well-being. Through initiatives like MindSG, lifestyle apps, and peer support training, HPB empowers individuals to manage their health. By integrating digital marketing and social media, HPB continues to build a resilient and health-conscious nation.
- [When ELIZA Meets Therapists: A Turing Test for the Heart and Mind](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/when-eliza-meets-therapists-a-turing-test-for-the-heart-and-mind/) - A recent study titled "When ELIZA Meets Therapists: A Turing Test for the Heart and Mind" investigated ChatGPT's ability to emulate human therapists. Participants often couldn't distinguish between AI and human responses, with AI-generated replies rated higher in empathy and helpfulness. This suggests AI's potential to support therapeutic processes, though ethical considerations and human oversight remain crucial.
- [Embracing 'Bhinneka Tunggal Ika': eMHIC's Engagements in Indonesia's Mental Health Landscape](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/embracing-bhinneka-tunggal-ika-emhics-engagements-in-indonesias-mental-health-landscape/) - Professor Anil Thapliyal, Executive Director of eMHIC, recently delivered a guest lecture at Universitas Indonesia's Department of Psychiatry on "The Evolving Role of Digital in Mental Healthcare Provision: Challenges and Opportunities." He also met with leaders from Komunitas Peduli Skizofrenia Indonesia and Perhimpunan Jiwa Sehat Indonesia to discuss advancing mental health care in the region.
- [eMHIC Global Leadership Council Member Katherine Hay Appointed to the Senate of Canada](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/kids-help-phone-celebrates-ceo-katherine-hays-appointment-to-the-senate-of-canada/) - eMHIC Global Leadership Council Member Katherine (Kathy) Hay, President & CEO of Kids Help Phone, Canada, has been appointed to serve in the Senate of Canada. One of her key mandates in this new role will be to focus on digital e-mental health as a healthcare solution, both in Canada and globally, with a collaborative mindset.
- [Tackling Stigma Through Digital Innovation: Why New Government Funding for SANE Australia Will Have Global Benefits](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/tackling-stigma-through-digital-innovation-why-new-government-funding-for-sane-australia-will-have-global-benefits/) - The Australian government's recent $27million investment into SANE digital recovery services for complex mental health nationally is more than a boost for service accessibility, —it’s a bold step away from the status quo and a promising glimpse of what’s possible when peer leadership and purpose-driven technology come together.
- [Artificial Intelligence in Mental Health Care](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/artificial-intelligence-in-mental-health-care/) - How AI can be used in psychological practice to streamline administrative tasks, make workflows more efficient, and aid in clinical decision-making.
- [Empowering Change Through Data-Informed Approaches and Digital Supports](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/empowering-change-through-data-informed-approaches-and-digital-supports/) - At Stepped Care Solutions we are transforming mental health and substance use health (MHSUH) systems through flexible, person-centric models that increase access and improve outcomes. We collaborate with service providers, communities, governments, and system leaders to implement Stepped Care 2.0 (SC2.0®) — a model that prioritizes choice, autonomy, and seamless integration of resources.
- [Finding the Right Partner to Digitally Transform Your Mental Health Care Organisation](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/finding-the-right-partner-to-digitally-transform-your-mental-health-care-organisation/) - Mental health care organizations often face outdated or fragmented technology systems that hinder service delivery. This article outlines key considerations for selecting a digital transformation partner and introduces Tacklit—an integrated, full-stack platform designed specifically for scaled mental and behavioral health services. Tacklit consolidates clinical, operational, and financial workflows, supports patient-centered care, and enables long-term adaptability through open architecture.
- [National Programme – Mechanism for Coordinated Delivery in Scotland](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/national-programme-mechanism-for-coordinated-delivery-in-scotland/) - How is Scotland scaling digital mental health? This article explores the country’s national Digital Mental Health Programme—its structure, services, and what’s next for delivering sustainable, tech-enabled mental health care.
- [Henry Ford, the Model T, and Digital Health](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/henry-ford-the-model-t-and-digital-health/) - Most of us know the story of the Model T , but what’s often overlooked is how it applies to other industries, especially digital health. Let’s revisit:
- [Sri Lanka Forges New Path in Digital Mental Health with Prime Minister's Visionary Leadership](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/sri-lanka-forges-new-path-in-digital-mental-health-with-prime-ministers-visionary-leadership/) - In a historic step towards a more accessible and innovative mental healthcare system, Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister’s Office, in collaboration with the eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC), jointly hosted the nation’s inaugural Digital Mental Health Roundtable. This landmark event underscored the Sri Lankan government’s profound commitment to integrating digital solutions into its existing mental health services, a key part of its broader digitization agenda.
- [AI in Mental Health: Current Applications, Challenges, and the Road Ahead](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/ai-in-mental-health-current-applications-challenges-and-the-road-ahead/) - AI is rapidly transforming mental health care, offering scalable support through chatbots, predictive tools, and personalized interventions. While these innovations hold promise for accessibility and stigma reduction, they also raise urgent concerns around ethics, privacy, and safety, leaving stakeholders at a critical crossroads.
- [Safeguarding youth and adolescents in the age of AI chatbots: a call for best practices](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/safeguarding-youth-and-adolescents-in-the-age-of-ai-chatbots-a-call-for-best-practices/) - As AI chatbots become increasingly woven into the daily lives of children and adolescents, eMHIC underscores the urgent need for careful implementation and strong safeguards. Research reveals both promising benefits and serious risks these tools pose for young people’s mental health and overall well-being.
- [Ash: An AI for Therapy Introduced](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/ash-an-ai-for-therapy-introduced/) - Slingshot AI officially launched Ash - described as the first AI built for therapy.
- [Thailand adapts WHO’s Step-by-Step programme as part of national digital mental health platform](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/thailand-adapts-whos-step-by-step-programme-as-part-of-national-digital-mental-health-platform/) - Thailand has unveiled “Tor-Tuem-Jai,” a new digital mental health platform launched during National Mind Month in partnership with the WHO. By adapting the Step-by-Step program, it provides self-care tools for stress management and emotional resilience, with a focus on supporting older adults while engaging younger family members in the process.
- [Jimini Health advances AI safety framework for digital mental health](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/jimini-health-advances-ai-safety-framework-for-digital-mental-health/) - In a significant development for the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into mental healthcare, Jimini Health has released a comprehensive technical blueprint titled "A Clinical Safety Framework for AI in Mental Health."
- [Transforming Outcomes Across the Lifespan: A Scalable Model for Women, Children, and Families Health Engagement ](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/transforming-outcomes-across-the-lifespan-a-scalable-model-for-women-children-and-families-health-engagement/) - The new GoMo Health white paper, Resilient Minds: Supporting Maternal Brain Health in Times of Crisis, developed in collaboration with the Center for BrainHealth® at The University of Texas at Dallas, examines the neuroscience behind maternal brain health and cognitive overload.
- [Orygen Unveils 11-Point Plan to Support Young Men’s Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/orygen-unveils-11-point-plan-to-support-young-mens-mental-health/) - Orygen has released an 11-point plan to improve young men’s mental health, addressing barriers linked to rigid notions of masculinity and gaps in current support systems. Recommendations include updating the National Men’s Health Strategy, expanding professional capacity, promoting social connection, and guiding safe, critical engagement with online content.
- [eMHIC Joins U.S. Leaders to Advance Digital Mental Health and AI](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/emhic-joins-u-s-leaders-to-advance-digital-mental-health-and-ai/) - In a testament to the growing momentum behind technology-driven solutions for behavioral health, the eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC) concluded a landmark visit to the nation’s capital, where Executive Director Anil Thapliyal addressed the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) annual meeting.
- [WellMob: A culturally safe digital gateway supporting the Social and Emotional Wellbeing of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (First Nations) Peoples](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/wellmob-a-culturally-safe-digital-gateway-supporting-the-social-and-emotional-wellbeing-of-australian-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-first-nations-peoples/) - In the evolving landscape of digital mental health (dMH), culturally responsive platforms are essential to ensure equitable access and meaningful engagement. The WellMob website stands as a pioneering platform in this space.
- [India Leading the Digital Charge: A Strategic Shift to Transform Access to Mental Health Services](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/india-leading-the-digital-charge-a-strategic-shift-to-transform-access-to-mental-health-services/) - India’s first-ever Expert Dialogue on Emerging International Trends in the digital mental health domain in New Delhi was a landmark event, given the scale of mainstream media’s interest in digital mental health.
- [North Star Initiative: Positioning Canada as a Global Leader in Mental Health Research](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/north-star-initiative-positioning-canada-as-a-global-leader-in-mental-health-research/) - The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is working to make Canada a world destination for brain and mental health research through its North Star Initiative.
- [FTC to Investigate AI Chatbots’ Impact on Children](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/ftc-to-investigate-ai-chatbots-impact-on-children/) - The FTC is preparing to investigate leading AI firms, including OpenAI, Meta, and Character.AI, over potential mental health risks chatbots pose to children. The move comes amid growing complaints and state-level probes into unsafe or misleading AI-driven interactions.
- [From Promise to Practice: Scaling Safe, Human-Centered AI in Mental Health Care](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/from-promise-to-practice-scaling-safe-human-centered-ai-in-mental-health-care/) - Wysa shows how AI can safely scale mental health support by partnering with human care, adapting to local needs, and delivering measurable improvements for millions worldwide.
- [The Power of Peer Work: Lived Experience as a Powerful Tool for Validation and Agency ](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/the-power-of-peer-work-lived-experience-as-a-powerful-tool-for-validation-and-agency/) - ReachOut’s PeerChat, a digital peer support service for young people, has been shown to improve mental wellbeing by providing accessible, non-clinical, and recovery-oriented support grounded in lived experience.
- [Mental health in the age of AI - exploring a new frontier for diagnosis, therapy and support](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/mental-health-in-the-age-of-ai-exploring-a-new-frontier-for-diagnosis-therapy-and-support/) - Singapore is actively exploring digital mental health tools to enhance care and address the growing demand for mental health support, especially given current manpower limitations.
- [Singapore Harnessing Global Leadership in Digital Mental Health: A Week of Digital Mental Health Collaboration from Local National Perspective to APEC Region to Broader Global Context](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/singapores-ascent-in-digital-mental-health/) - Singapore recently hosted a series of pivotal events, showcasing its commitment to transforming mental healthcare through digital innovation and international collaboration.
- [Position Statement on the Ethics and Law of e-Mental Health (& Call to Action)](https://emhicglobal.com/special-interest-groups/ethics-and-law/position-statement-on-the-ethics-and-law-of-e-mental-health-call-to-action/) - This draft position statement was drafted by the Special Interest Group on Law and Ethics for eMHIC for presentation at the eMHIC Congress in November 2021.
- [PsychAdapter: Revolutionizing AI with Personality & Mental Health-Aware Language Generation](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/psychadapter-revolutionizing-ai-with-personality-mental-health-aware-language-generation/) - "PsychAdapter" is a new AI modification that enables large language models to generate text reflecting specific personality, mental health, and demographic traits. This lightweight, plug-and-play adapter moves beyond "average" AI language to create more personalized and human-like interactions.
- [A Double-Edged Sword: How Diverse Communities of Young People Think About the Multifaceted Relationship Between Social Media and Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/a-double-edged-sword-how-diverse-communities-of-young-people-think-about-the-multifaceted-relationship-between-social-media-and-mental-health/) - The 2024 report "A Double-Edged Sword: How Diverse Communities of Young People Think About the Multifaceted Relationship Between Social Media and Mental Health" offers a clear explanation of social media's complex role in youth well-being. It details how these platforms provide both vital support and significant challenges for young people's mental health.
- [Over One Billion People Living With Mental Health Conditions, WHO Warns of Urgent Need for Scaled-Up Services](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/over-one-billion-people-living-with-mental-health-conditions-who-warns-of-urgent-need-for-scaled-up-services/) - Over 1 billion people worldwide are living with mental health conditions, according to new WHO reports, which highlight massive treatment gaps, underfunding, and workforce shortages. Despite some progress in policies and programs, WHO is urging urgent global action to expand access and scale up community-based, rights-focused care.
- [Four Ways You Can Design Social Media Posts to Combat Health Misinformation](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/strategies/four-ways-you-can-design-social-media-posts-to-combat-health-misinformation/) - The authors of this article explored what kinds of strategies are most effective at combatting health misinformation. Social media posts can also help humanise difficult experiences, create empathy and provide insight into people’s motivations, fears and beliefs.
- [The Growing Field of Digital Psychiatry: Current Evidence and the Future of Apps, Social Media, Chatbots, and Virtual Reality](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/chatbots/the-growing-field-of-digital-psychiatry-current-evidence-and-the-future-of-apps-social-media-chatbots-and-virtual-reality/) - As the COVID-19 pandemic has largely increased the utilization of telehealth, mobile mental health technologies – such as smartphone apps, virtual reality, chatbots, and social media – have also gained attention.
- [Using Brief Measures to Identify Depression and Other Mental Disorders: A Challenge for Research and Clinical Practice](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/using-brief-measures-to-identify-depression-and-other-mental-disorders-a-challenge-for-research-and-clinical-practice/) - In more recent decades our understanding of depression and related conditions have been codified into formal diagnostic classification systems...This editorial seeks to remind our field that although brief measures are useful tools, when used inappropriately, they may lead to a myriad of issues.
- [Free Online Counselling to Begin Nationally in Ireland for People with Anxiety and Depression](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/free-online-counselling-to-begin-nationally-in-ireland-for-people-with-anxiety-and-depression/) - Free online counselling therapy for anxiety and depression is being provided nationally in Ireland following the success of an initial pilot. Some 88 per cent of patients who presented with severe anxiety and depressions experienced significantly reduced symptoms after the online counselling sessions, the pilot found.
- [How Telepsychiatry Is Helping Chip Away at the Mental Health Crisis](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/phone-and-text-helplines/how-telepsychiatry-is-helping-chip-away-at-the-mental-health-crisis/) - It is no secret that the United States is experiencing a mental health crisis. In an interview with Healthcare IT News, Varrell talks about how healthcare organizations are coping via telepsychiatry with the mental health crisis, how tele-psychiatry has changed over the last two decades and the requisite bedside manner for tele-psychiatry.
- [Internet-delivered CBT (ICBT) Shown to Be Efficacious for OCD in Clinical Trials](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/internet-delivered-cbt-icbt-shown-to-be-efficacious-for-ocd-in-clinical-trials/) - A recent study using data collected from Australia’s MindSpot Clinic found that internet-delivered CBT (ICBT) when delivered in routine care was associated with improvements in OCD symptoms.
- [A Digital Human for Delivering a Remote Loneliness and Stress Intervention to At-Risk Younger and Older Adults During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Randomised Pilot Trial](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/chatbots/a-digital-human-for-delivering-a-remote-loneliness-and-stress-intervention-to-at-risk-younger-and-older-adults-during-the-covid-19-pandemic-a-randomised-pilot-trial/) - Loneliness is a growing public health issue that has been exacerbated in vulnerable groups during the COVID-19 pandemic. Computer agents are capable of delivering psychological therapies through the internet, however, there is little research on their acceptability to date.
- [Waze Is Rolling out a New ‘drive with Headspace’ Experience to Make Commutes Less Stressful](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/waze-is-rolling-out-a-new-drive-with-headspace-experience-to-make-commutes-less-stressful/) - Waze announced today it’s partnering with meditation app Headspace to roll out a new “Drive with Headspace” experience aimed at making commutes less stressful. The navigation app maker says the new integration is meant to help drivers learn how to “find more joy and meaning on the road.”
- [What We’ve Learned about Employee Wellbeing from 1000+ Coaching Sessions](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/workplace-wellbeing/what-weve-learned-about-employee-wellbeing-from-1000-coaching-sessions/) - On average, 25% of employees are at risk for stress, burnout or leaving the company. Inuka Coaching helps organizations to identify these employees with a self-scan and offers them help via digital one-on-one coaching. With the Inuka Coaching Method, 2 out of 3 employees go from ‘at risk’ to ‘resilient’ within 4 sessions.
- [These Are the Top 10 Innovations in Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/these-are-the-top-10-innovations-in-mental-health/) - The World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on Mental Health partnered with Scientific American to select the ten innovations doing the most to create a better world for everyone suffering from mental ill-health.
- [Finding Hope: Indigenous Youth Action Plan](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/finding-hope-indigenous-youth-action-plan/) - Kids Help Phone’s Indigenous Advisory Council has challenged Kids Help Phone to achieve seven ambitious goals through the implementation of Finding Hope: Kids Help Phone’s Action Plan for Supporting First Nations, Inuit and Métis Young People.
- [Tackling America’s Mental Health and Addiction Crisis](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/tackling-americas-mental-health-and-addiction-crisis/) - Charles Curie, Principal and Founder, The Curie Group, LL and Member of the Bipartisan Policy Center Task Force, spoke at the November 2021 eMHIC Congress on how to transform the historically segregated approach to providing mental health, substance use and physical health treatment services into one that consistently provides whole person care.
- [A Text Messaging Intervention (StayWell at Home) to Counteract Depression and Anxiety During COVID-19 Social Distancing: Pre-Post Study](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/phone-and-text-helplines/a-text-messaging-intervention-staywell-at-home-to-counteract-depression-and-anxiety-during-covid-19-social-distancing-pre-post-study/) - StayWell is an accessible, low-intensity population-level mental health intervention. Participation in StayWell focused on COVID-19 mental health coping skills and was related to improved depression and anxiety symptoms.
- [HIMSSCast: How Virtual Care Can Help Combat Physician Burnout](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/workplace-wellbeing/himsscast-how-virtual-care-can-help-combat-physician-burnout/) - In this HIMMs Virtual Care paradigm series podcast, experts discuss how virtual care for mental health can benefit not only patients, but also physicians themselves, who face many barriers to mental health care and as a result suffer from high levels of stress, burnout, and even suicide.
- [Transforming Mental Healthcare with Human-Centric Tech](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/chatbots/transforming-mental-healthcare-with-human-centric-tech/) - Despite the exponential growth of available chatbot apps for users to engage with, James Murray ( Vice President, Business Development and Enterprise Partnerships, Woebot Health, USA) and colleagues felt that an empathetic connection was lacking in these user-service interactions, with these interactions feeling more transactional than realistic.
- [eMHIC Congress 2021 Day 1: Framing Remarks](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/congress-presentations/emhic-congress-2021-day-1-framing-remarks/) - In this Congress presentation, Derek McCormack, Anil Thapliyal and Phil Grady acknowledge the speakers that had led previous topics, summarise the state of eMental health implementation in society, and comment on the exciting future direction of digital mental health.
- [Developing Global Governance for Digital Mental Health: A Collaborative Effort Overview](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/developing-global-governance-for-digital-mental-health-a-collaborative-effort-overview/) - In this presentation, Cameron Fox (Health Technologies Lead, World Economic Forum) discusses the development of a global governance for digital mental health. His project "Disruptive Technologies in Mental Health" is a joint initiative by the World Economic Forum and Deloitte.
- [International Lessons of Implementation in eMental Health: International Expert Panel Session](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/international-lessons-of-implementation-in-emental-health-international-expert-panel-session/) - An expert international panel from Australia, Canada, New Zealand and Singapore present and discuss the successes and challenges they have faced during the implementation of eMental Health services in their respective communities in the midst of a global pandemic.
- [Digital Health Solutions for Mental Health Disorders During COVID-19](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/digital-health-solutions-for-mental-health-disorders-during-covid-19/) - The Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has had an immense impact infecting 10 million individuals and claiming 500,000 lives globally as of 1 July 2020 (1). The rapid spread was largely enabled by the onset of the outbreak in Wuhan city just prior to the Lunar New Year season, a peak period in travel to and from China (2).
- [Ministry of Health & Health Navigator Charitable Trust Launch NZ’s  First Assessment Framework for Digital Mental Health & Addiction Tools](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/ministry-of-health-health-navigator-charitable-trust-launch-nzs-first-assessment-framework-for-digital-mental-health-addiction-tools/) - Commissioned by the Ministry of Health and developed by the Health Navigator Charitable Trust, the assessment framework – known as the Digital Mental Health & Addiction Tool (DMHAT) – will help anyone involved in the design, development and use of e-mental health tools to ensure the products meet acceptable quality standards.
- [Mindful Muslim – Early days of Building a Mental Health Start-Up](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/general-wellbeing/mindful-muslim-early-days-of-building-a-mental-health-start-up/) - Mohd Akhtaar (CEO & Founder, Mindful Muslim) discusses his journey through developing the mental health start-up "Mindful Muslim", which is the world's first Islamic mental health app.
- [The Power of Community](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/congress-presentations/the-power-of-community/) - Henry Jones (CEO, Togetherall) gives his presentation at the November 2021 Congress event on the power of community, with a focus on "Togetherall", a for-profit social impact business that strives to increase the connectedness of their users to each other.
- [What Does the “metaverse” Mean for Patients and for Mental Health. And What Is the Opportunity?](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/what-does-the-metaverse-mean-for-patients-and-for-mental-health-and-what-is-the-opportunity/) - You’ll have been hard pushed not to have heard the word “metaverse” over the past few months.Before you stop reading, this article is not going to be a review of deep tech, but more a heads up that a future world of immersive technology and environments is going to fundamentally start affecting our real world and the people within it, on a level similar to the internet.
- [#chatsafe Creator Wins EMHC’s Leadership Excellence International Award for Guidelines Helping Young People Talk Safely Online about Suicide](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-news/chatsafe-creator-wins-emhcs-leadership-excellence-international-award-for-guidelines-helping-young-people-talk-safely-online-about-suicide/) - Like it or not, young people use social media all the time to talk about suicide-related thoughts, feelings and behaviours...So rather than to take the view that you shouldn’t talk about suicide on social media, we decided that it was important to develop some safety guidelines for young people who are talking online about this topic.
- [Crossing the Digital Divide: AI and Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/artificial-intelligence-2/crossing-the-digital-divide-ai-and-mental-health/) - With a standard scientific information database like PubMed, even an unrefined set of search terms like “AI” or “artificial intelligence” or “machine learning” in combination with “mental health” or “psychiatry” will yield an increasing number of “hits” for publications involving humans.
- [Digital Mental Health Is Here – but How Do We Ensure Its Quality?](https://emhicglobal.com/policy-and-standards/digital-mental-health-is-here-but-how-do-we-ensure-its-quality/) - Now more than ever, the global mental health community must look to innovative solutions to curtail the ‘second epidemic’ of mental ill-health sweeping the world. The Forum has partnered with Deloitte to create a set of standards to vet digital mental health solutions called the Global Governance Toolkit for Digital Mental Health.
- [E-triaging: Moving Stepped Care to the next Level- the Canadian Perspective](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/e-triaging-moving-stepped-care-to-the-next-level-the-canadian-perspective/) - In September 2017 the Mental Health Commission of Canada in collaboration with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador and Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN) launched an e-mental health demonstration project to introduce Stepped Care 2.0 into the mental health system.
- [A Digital Human for Delivering a Remote Loneliness and Stress Intervention to At-Risk Younger and Older Adults During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Randomized Pilot Trial](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/chatbots/a-digital-human-for-delivering-a-remote-loneliness-and-stress-intervention-to-at-risk-younger-and-older-adults-during-the-covid-19-pandemic-randomized-pilot-trial/) - Loneliness is a growing public health issue that has been exacerbated in vulnerable groups during the COVID-19 pandemic. Computer agents are capable of delivering psychological therapies through the internet; however, there is limited research on their acceptability to date.
- [eMental Health Solution for People with Schizophrenia on Long Term Antipsychotics](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/emental-health-solution-for-people-with-schizophrenia-on-long-term-antipsychotics/) - Dr. Lyndy Matthews (Clinical Director, Pathways NZ and Clinical Lead, Whakarongorau, New Zealand), and Lisa Toi (Senior Manager, Francis Health, New Zealand) spend their time at the eMHIC congress discussing the development of WAKA — a digital self-management tool for New Zealanders with schizophrenia.
- [Position Statement on Ethics and Law in eMental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/special-interest-groups/ethics-and-law/position-statement-on-ethics-and-law-in-emental-health/) - In this presentation, Piers Gooding, Richman Wee and Nick Titov outline and discuss their drafted position statement on the ethics and law of eMental health. In its early stages, this position statement aims to pave the way for future discussion of the ethics and laws governing the eMental Health space.
- [eMHIC Webinar: Workplace And Digital Mental Health Approaches](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/webinar-recordings/global-emental-health-series-webinar-12/) - This webinar is about Workplace and Digital Mental Health Approaches with experts from the USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and Ireland.
- [Creating A Global eMental Health Community to Improve How We Evaluate, Implement and Scale](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/congress-presentations/creating-a-global-emental-health-community-to-improve-how-we-evaluate-implement-and-scale/) - At eMHIC's Congress Colloquium in November 2021, Dr Yuri Quintana, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA spoke on approaches developed to reliably evaluate eMental Health, ways to scale up eMental Health solutions and a methodology for co-creation.
- [Digital Autonomy and Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/general-wellbeing/digital-autonomy-and-mental-health/) - In this presentation, Andy Ellis and Rachael Reeves discuss “Small Steps”, a digital mental health tool developed by Rachael and the Clearhead group with the intention of enabling digital autonomy and increasing peoples’ access to mental health care.
- [A New Era of Accreditation and Activation – Supporting the Digital Patient](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/a-new-era-of-accreditation-and-activation-supporting-the-digital-patient/) - In this keynote address, Liz Ashall-Payne (CEO, ORCHA [The Organisation for the Review of Care and Health Applications]) discusses the new era of accreditation and activation to support the digital patient.
- [Supporting Workplace Mental Health and Safety Through Unprecedented Times – Canada’s Experience and Leadership in Accelerating Change and Transforming Workplaces](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/workplace-wellbeing/supporting-workplace-mental-health-and-safety-through-unprecedented-times-canadas-experience-and-leadership-in-accelerating-change-and-transforming-workplaces/) - In this presentation, Sapna Mahajan outlines the importance of maintaining and supporting mental health, overcoming stigma, and ensuring psychological safety in the workplace.
- [The Lancet and Financial times Commission on Governing Health Futures 2030: Growing up in a Digital World](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/the-lancet-and-financial-times-commission-on-governing-health-futures-2030-growing-up-in-a-digital-world/) - This piece argues digital transformations should be considered as a key determinant of health, but also presses for a radical rethink on digital technologies, highlighting that without a precautionary, mission-oriented, and value-based approach to its governance, digital transformations will fail to bring about improvements in health for all.
- [Digital Mental Health Solutions and Workplace](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/workplace-wellbeing/digital-mental-health-solutions-and-workplace/) - In this presentation, three international experts from Canada and New Zealand describe their approaches to implementing digital mental health solutions for the workplace.
- [Te Waka o DMHAT – Safe Navigation of e-Mental Health in Aotearoa](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/frameworks/te-waka-o-dmhat-safe-navigation-of-e-mental-health-in-aotearoa/) - The Digital Mental Health and Addiction Tools (DMHAT) Evaluation Framework and Accreditation Pathway aims to provide guidance for users, clinicians, commissioners, and developers when navigating the many available digital mental health products available on the market.
- [Changing the Way We Innovate for Mental Wellbeing](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/changing-the-way-we-innovate-for-mental-wellbeing/) - This presentation elaborates on the importance of innovation when it comes to digital mental health, and how Ember Innovations are changing the way that we innovate for mental wellbeing.
- [Framing the Issues: Digital Mental Health in Asia](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/reports/framing-the-issues-digital-mental-health-in-asia/) - More than a decade since the World Health Organization declared “no health without mental health,” its message bears heeding more than ever. Many countries have suppressed certain infectious diseases and chronic physical illnesses, but these successes have not been replicated in mental diseases.
- [Technological and Digital Interventions for Mental Health and Wellbeing: An Overview of Systematic Reviews](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/technological-and-digital-interventions-for-mental-health-and-wellbeing-an-overview-of-systematic-reviews/) - The current overview of reviews aims to summarize the research on the effectiveness of technology for mental health and wellbeing. The goal is to highlight and structure the diverse combinations of technologies and interventions used so far, rather than to summarize the effectiveness of singular approaches.
- [The Therapists Using AI to Make Therapy Better](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/machine-learning/the-therapists-using-ai-to-make-therapy-better/) - "Researchers are learning more about how therapy works by examining the language therapists use with clients. It could lead to more people getting better, and staying better. Researchers have tried to study talking therapy for years to unlock the secrets of why some therapists get better results than others.
- [Digital Mental Health, Social Media and Help Seeking](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/congress-presentations/digital-mental-health-social-media-and-help-seeking/) - On day 2 of the eMHIC Congress 2021, Alexander Dalton, Public Speaker, Mental Health Advocate and LGBTQ+ Rights Activist, from Melbourne, Australia gave a keynote speech on "Digital mental health, social media and help seeking".
- [Research: How AR Filters Impact People’s Self-Image](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/research-how-ar-filters-impact-peoples-self-image/) - From Snapchat filters to virtual fashion try-ons, the last several years have seen augmented reality — or AR — shift from a niche technology into the mainstream. Customers can try on Gucci shoes from the comfort of their couch, see themselves in a new hairstyle with Amazon Salon (before actually getting the cut), support their favorite sports team, or even try out entirely digital outfits with AR overlays.
- [Evaluating the Role of Breathing Guidance on Game-Based Interventions for Relaxation Training](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/evaluating-the-role-of-breathing-guidance-on-game-based-interventions-for-relaxation-training/) - Working in a fast-paced environment can lead to shallow breathing, which can exacerbate stress and anxiety. To address this issue, this study aimed to develop micro-interventions that can promote deep breathing in the presence of stressors.
- [A Transdiagnostic, Emotion Regulation App (Eda) for Children: Design, Development, and Lessons Learned](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/youth-mental-health/a-transdiagnostic-emotion-regulation-app-eda-for-children-design-development-and-lessons-learned/) - This study aims to present the development and design process of a new mental health app for children that targets their emotion regulation abilities. We describe the creation of a new interdisciplinary development framework to guide the design process and explain how each activity informed different app features.
- [Mobile Phone-based Interventions for Mental Health: A Systematic Meta-review of 14 Meta-analyses of Randomized Controlled Trials](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/mobile-phone-based-interventions-for-mental-health-a-systematic-meta-review-of-14-meta-analyses-of-randomized-controlled-trials/) - Mobile phone-based interventions have been proposed as a means for reducing the burden of disease associated with mental illness.
- [Generational Perspectives on Technology's Role in Mental Health Care: A Survey of Adults With Lived Mental Health Experience](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/generational-perspectives-on-technologys-role-in-mental-health-care-a-survey-of-adults-with-lived-mental-health-experience/) - This article aimed to investigate the feelings that consumers have towards the increasing role that digital technology is playing in mental health care and support. This cross-sectional study surveyed 998 adults with lived mental health experience aged from 18-83.
- [Artificially Intelligent Chatbots in Digital Mental Health Interventions: A Review](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/chatbots/artificially-intelligent-chatbots-in-digital-mental-health-interventions-a-review/) - Increasing demand for mental health services and the expanding capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) in recent years has driven the development of digital mental health interventions (DMHIs). This article reviews current DMHIs with a specific focus on AI-based chatbots, discusses the challenges faced and potential solutions and concludes with potential directions for future research.
- [Implementation of Therapeutic Virtual Reality Into Psychiatric Care: Clinicians' and Service Managers' Perspectives](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/implementation-of-therapeutic-virtual-reality-into-psychiatric-care-clinicians-and-service-managers-perspectives/) - Although virtual reality has emerged as a viable digital mental health tool, little is known about the viewpoints of staff working in the mental healthcare space regarding the use of virtual reality for mental health care. This study used thematic analysis to summarise the varying sentiment toward the implementation of virtual reality in practice.
- [Texting for Wellness: Using Digital Mental Health Tools for Support in Another COVID-19 Winter](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/phone-and-text-helplines/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.
- [AI for Health Can't Leave Older People Behind, Says WHO](https://emhicglobal.com/artificial-intelligence-2/ai-for-health-cant-leave-older-people-behind-says-who/) - A policy brief from the World Health Organization offers strategies for combating ageism and bias in machine learning technologies. The brief, "Ageism in artificial intelligence for health," proposes a wide range of measures to ensure older people are effectively engaged in the processes, technologies and services affecting them.
- [Are Australian Mental Health Services Ready for Therapeutic Virtual Reality? An Investigation of Knowledge, Attitudes, Implementation Barriers and Enablers](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/are-australian-mental-health-services-ready-for-therapeutic-virtual-reality-an-investigation-of-knowledge-attitudes-implementation-barriers-and-enablers/) - Therapeutic virtual reality (VR) has the potential to address the challenges of equitable delivery of evidence-based psychological treatment. However, little is known about therapeutic VR regarding the perspectives and needs of real-world service providers.
- [eMHIC Webinar: The Role Of AI In Mental Health – Potential Solution For Wicked Problems?](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/webinar-recordings/global-emental-health-series-webinar-13/) - In this inaugural eMHIC Special Interest Group webinar “The Role of AI in Mental Health “, experts from Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the USA shared their perspectives on: 1) Who and what does it take to implement AI technology in mental health care – how can we achieve this? 2) Potential gains for positive treatment outcomes following implementation of AI technology in mental health care.
- [Four Ways Artificial Intelligence is Improving Mental Health Therapy](https://emhicglobal.com/artificial-intelligence-2/four-ways-artificial-intelligence-is-improving-mental-health-therapy/) - The implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) in mental healthcare is an expanding area. From a clinician's point of view, AI can be utilised to keep therapy standards high, refine diagnoses, monitor patient's progress, and justify therapy options that avoid medicating clients.
- [eMHIC Webinar: A Call To Action On Responsible EMental Health Practise And Policy](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/webinar-recordings/global-emental-health-series-webinar-13-2/) - This webinar will bring responsible e-mental health practices to the forefront. The webinar will also see the launch of the eMHIC Position Statement on ethics and law, which was developed throughout 2020.
- [Limitations of the New ISO Standard for Health and Wellness Apps](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/guidelines-standards/limitations-of-the-new-iso-standard-for-health-and-wellness-apps/) - Software apps for health and wellness are proliferating rapidly. Policy makers, health-care providers, and consumers can benefit from assessment and standard-isation of these apps, to support decision making in a rapidly developing field.
- [Digital Mental Health Platforms, an Excerpt From 'Designing and Scaling up Integrated Youth Mental Health Care'](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/youth-mental-health/digital-mental-health-platforms-an-excerpt-from-designing-and-scaling-up-integrated-youth-mental-health-care/) - With us being in the midst of a youth mental health crisis, some are questioning whether the current frameworks around youth mental health care are sufficient to support the needs of young people.
- [‘Virtual influencers’ are here, but should Meta really be setting the ethical ground rules?](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/ethics-and-law-equity-and-access/virtual-influencers-are-here-but-should-meta-really-be-setting-the-ethical-ground-rules/) - Earlier this month, Meta announced it is working on a set of ethical guidelines for “virtual influencers” – animated, typically computer-generated, characters designed to attract attention on social media.
- [Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care Releases "National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health Standards - Guide for Service Providers"​](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/guidelines-standards/australian-commission-on-safety-and-quality-in-health-care-releases-national-safety-and-quality-digital-mental-health-standards-guide-for-service-providers/) - The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care have recently released a comprehensive guide for service providers, accompanying their 2020 release of the National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health Standards.
- [#CHATSAFE Guide To Help Parents And Carers Talk About Suicide: Now Available In 11 Languages](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/suicide-prevention/chatsafe-guide-to-help-parents-and-carers-talk-about-suicide-now-available-in-11-languages/) - A guide to how parents and carers can help young people communicate safely online about suicide is now available in 11 languages. The #chatsafe for parents and carers guide recognises that many young people will discuss suicide and self-harm online, and that their carers may worry about this.
- [Headspace Health Announces Acquisition of AI-Driven Mental Health and Wellness Company, Sayana](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/key-international-developments/headspace-health-announces-acquisition-of-ai-driven-mental-health-and-wellness-company-sayana/) - Headspace Health, the provider of the world’s most accessible, comprehensive digital mental health platform, today announced the acquisition of Sayana, an AI-driven mental health and wellness company. Sayana will expand Headspace Health’s ability to provide personalized self-care content to its growing global member base.
- [Online Gaming Can Be Good for Your Mental Health - Here’s How](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/general-wellbeing/online-gaming-can-be-good-for-your-mental-health-heres-how/) - Yoga, meditation, jogging… there are many ways to address conditions such as stress, but some mental health professionals are turning to online gaming to help patients cope. Blending traditional talk therapy with gaming can help encourage patients with mental health conditions to open up and engage more fully with their treatment.
- [Precision Mental Health Care For All](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/precision-mental-health-care-for-all/) - Wysa aims to provide AI-enabled unique support to all its users, such that they find the same comfort, support, and use that we do when meeting a therapist in person yet does not follow a one size fits all approach.
- [Technological Revolution in Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/reports/technological-revolution-in-mental-health/) - In their report, MMC Ventures explored how mental health is rapidly changing, challenges to creating positive change, key drivers for changing the mental health landscape, a summary of the current financial landscape, the role of technology in improving clinical outcomes, a snapshot of the digital landscape and predictions for the future of mental health.
- [eMHIC Webinar: eMental Health App Accreditation Framework for Canada](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/webinar-recordings/global-emental-health-webinar-series-webinar-17/) - This webinar provides an introduction to Canada's exciting new Assessment Framework for Mental Health Apps which aims to establish standards for mental health apps at a national level. Experts behind the framework discuss its development and how it has been designed to improve eMental health access, regulation, certification, credibility, and accountability.
- [The Lancet Commission on Ending Stigma and Discrimination in Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/the-lancet-commission-on-ending-stigma-and-discrimination-in-mental-health/) - This Lancet Commission report is the result of a collaboration of more than 50 people worldwide. It brings together evidence and experience of the impact of stigma and discrimination and successful interventions for stigma reduction.
- [Telehealth Is Here to Stay. Psychologists Should Equip Themselves to Offer It](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/phone-and-text-helplines/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
- [Virtual Reality Therapy: Everything You Need to Know](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/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 an increasingly popular modality for mental health care.
- [Intro to Ember Innovations - Who Are We?](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/intro-to-ember-innovations-who-are-we/) - Ember Innovations is a small team with a big mission; we believe in the power of innovation to radically change the mental health and wellbeing landscape, and are committed to collaboratively increasing the range of highly effective and accessible solutions.
- [The Power of Technology for People with Disabilities (and the Importance of Co-design)](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/the-power-of-technology-for-people-with-disabilities-and-the-importance-of-co-design/) - Society has traditionally excluded people with a disability to its detriment. This article discusses the role of technology in creating an inclusive, safe, supportive and caring world for people with a disability. It is time to shine a spotlight on the power of technology to connect people, to disrupt systems, to drive change and to build community.
- [Global Governance Frameworks in Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/white-papers/global-governance-frameworks-in-digital-mental-health/) - In 2021, the World Economic Forum in collaboration with Deloitte produced the Global Governance Toolkit for Digital Mental Health. This white paper seeks to revisit the space and understand what has changed, what has been learned, and what is still to be done to build a regulatory environment where disruptive technologies can enable people everywhere to achieve the mental wellbeing they seek.
- [Can Digital People Become Trusted Companion Caregivers?](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/novel-solutions/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.
- [Health PEI collaborates with the Mental Health Commission of Canada, Stepped Care Solutions, and Memorial University](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/frameworks/health-pei-collaborates-with-the-mental-health-commission-of-canada-stepped-care-solutions-and-memorial-university/) - Health PEI collaborates with the Mental Health Commission of Canada, Stepped Care Solutions, and Memorial University to improve access to mental health and addictions services with Stepped Care 2.0
- [Digital Mental Health Tools for Aotearoa’s Digital Generation](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/youth-mental-health/digital-mental-health-tools-for-aotearoas-digital-generation/) - This article canvasses the landscape of digital mental health tools for young people in Aotearoa, then provides tips for practitioners wanting to support patients to use them.
- [Students from Columbia University Join eMHIC Discussion Forums](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-news/students-from-columbia-university-join-emhic-discussion-forums/) - eMHIC welcomes students from Columbia University enrolled in the 'Psychology in the United Nations' course to participate in our global collaborative Discussion Forums. Students will gain access to the full suite of eMHIC membership benefits, and use the online Discussion Forums as part of their coursework.
- [A National Youth Suicide Plan: Highlights Video](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/youth-mental-health/a-national-youth-suicide-plan-highlights-video/) - The Orygen Institute panel discussion at the end of July 2022 was a timely contribution to the discussion on what is needed to reduce self-harm and suicide among young people.
- [SANE 2022 Impact Update](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/reports/sane-2022-impact-update/) - In this year's Impact Update, staff at SANE reflected on 2022 including a review of SANE's community forums and mental health helpline, their efforts to reduce stigma, the introduction of a new Peer Guide Program and the launch of their Lived Experience Framework.
- [The People's View of Digital Mental Health: UK Attitudes and Behaviour Report](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/reports/the-peoples-view-of-digital-mental-health-uk-attitudes-and-behaviour-report/) - Digital has been an area of focus in the NHS for a number of years, and is a key feature of the NHS Long Term Plan. But do people want digital tools as part of their support from the NHS? To better understand the nation’s true opinions, ORCHA has again this year commissioned independent research to ask 2,000 UK residents what they think.
- [Tackling Mental Health Stigma in the Media](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/tackling-mental-health-stigma-in-the-media/) - Despite considerable advances in awareness and understanding of mental health, negative or offensive perceptions of those experiencing mental illness are still common. SANE StigmaWatch was established in 1997 as one of the first programs in the world to address public stigma in the media. Today, it is still the only program globally that works directly with media professionals to actively reduce stigmatising content.
- [Australian 'National Stigma and Discrimination Reduction Strategy' - Draft for Consultation](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/eliminating-prejudice/australian-national-stigma-and-discrimination-reduction-strategy-draft-for-consultation/) - As a part of the [Australian] nation's mental health reform agenda, the National Mental Health Commission has been tasked with developing a National Stigma and Discrimination Reduction Strategy. The draft Strategy has been released for public consultation. We are inviting feedback via survey responses and submissions by 1 February, 2023.
- [TEDx Talk: The Link Between Big Data and Suicide Prevention](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/suicide-prevention/tedx-talk-the-link-between-big-data-and-suicide-prevention/) - Learning from personal experiences, and the lived experience of other survivors, Dr Sandersan Onie shares his work that uses online data tracking to serve targeted suicide prevention ads.
- [2023 Growth Initiative: eMHIC Ambassadors to join our global team](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-news/2023-growth-initiative-emhic-ambassadors-to-join-our-global-team/) - eMHIC Ambassadors are volunteers who will boost the output of our core team and provide a new level of value to eMHIC members. We envisage Ambassadors coming from a range of countries and personal contexts, bringing with them diverse perspectives and valuable insights.
- [8th Annual eMental Health International Congress Report](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/congress-presentations/8th-annual-emental-health-international-congress-report/) - The 8th Annual eMental Health International Congress was held at the Pullman Hotel in Auckland over two days on November 10th and 11th, 2022. The Congress was live streamed to 15 countries, with over 40 speakers focussing on the theme: Mental Health’s Transformation – Bringing The Digital Ecosystem To Life. This report provides a detailed overview of the event including key learnings and takeaways.
- [The Role of Gamification in Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/the-role-of-gamification-in-digital-mental-health/) - In the face of high unmet mental health needs and overburdened mental health systems, scalable approaches to increase use of evidence-based interventions are essential. [...] A key opportunity for both appeal and stickiness is increased use of gamification.
- [Unique Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Helpline Officially Launched in Sydney](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/unique-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-helpline-officially-launched-in-sydney/) - Thursday 11 November 2022 marked the launch of Australia’s first national Indigenous-led crisis hotline, 13YARN. Funded by the Australian Government (through the Department of Health), the purpose-built, 24/7 national telephone helpline was codesigned with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and is run with the support of Lifeline.
- [Portrayal of People Living with Mental Illness and Mental Health Issues in Aotearoa](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/guidelines-standards/portrayal-of-people-living-with-mental-illness-and-mental-health-issues-in-aotearoa/) - These guidelines will equip journalists in New Zealand with the confidence and understanding to report on mental illness and mental health issues safely, accurately and respectfully.
- [“It Can Be Done” – Combating Stigma and Discrimination for Better Mental Health Services in Kazakhstan](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/eliminating-prejudice/it-can-be-done-combating-stigma-and-discrimination-for-better-mental-health-services-in-kazakhstan/) - In Kazakhstan, innovative approaches to combat and raise awareness of stigma and discrimination are bearing fruit, largely due to the persistent work of the National Scientific Centre of Kazakhstan, with its 2 dedicated Mental Health Centers founded by the Ministry of Health in Kazakhstan, in cooperation with WHO and partners.
- [Mental Health Online: The Journey to Blended Care](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/blended-care/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 care, their therapist-assisted program and how health professionals can use Mental Health Online to enhance their practice.
- [World Mental Health Report - Transforming Mental Health for All](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/reports/world-mental-health-report-transforming-mental-health-for-all/) - This report is designed to inspire and inform the indisputable and urgent transformation required to ensure better mental health for all. While promoting a multisectoral approach, this report is especially written for decision-makers in the health sector. This includes ministries of health and other partners in the health sector who are generally tasked with developing mental health policy and delivering mental health systems and services.
- [Using a Digital Doorway for Behavioral Health Support in 2023](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/using-a-digital-doorway-for-behavioral-health-support-in-2023/) - Behavioral health will continue to take center stage in 2023. It is critical that industry stakeholders collaborate to identify critical mental health needs and leverage available technology to produce meaningful change.
- [‘There’s a Sense of Urgency’: How Wearables Could Reshape Addiction Treatment](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/substance-use-disorder/theres-a-sense-of-urgency-how-wearables-could-reshape-addiction-treatment/) - Wearables offer addiction treatment providers tantalizing opportunities to improve care outcomes. [...] But there’s a serious problem. Researchers and practitioners still need to figure out what to do with the mountains of data that wearables could produce.
- [Digital Mental Health Tech for Children and Young People Recommended by Nice in First Rapid Healthtech Guidance](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/youth-mental-health/digital-mental-health-tech-for-children-and-young-people-recommended-by-nice-in-first-rapid-healthtech-guidance/) - Four digital technologies that can help children and young people with mild to moderate symptoms of anxiety or low mood have been recommended for use in the NHS once they achieve regulatory approval.
- [How Kunle Adewale is Using Virtual Reality to Improve Healthcare in Nigeria](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/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 from the pain and anxiety through immersive experiences and improve her mood. The Arts in Medicine Project outreach has since been expanded to older adult homes.
- [Daily Exposure to Virtual Nature Reduces Symptoms of Anxiety in College Students](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/daily-exposure-to-virtual-nature-reduces-symptoms-of-anxiety-in-college-students/) - The authors of this study measured the influence of a daily virtual nature intervention on symptoms of anxiety, depression, and an underlying cause of poor mental health: rumination. The findings reinforce a growing body of literature that finds virtual nature is an effective, safe, and acceptable intervention for mental health promotion.
- [Artificial Intelligence in Mental Health Research: New WHO Study on Applications and Challenges](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/chatbots/artificial-intelligence-in-mental-health-research-new-who-study-on-applications-and-challenges/) - Using artificial intelligence (AI) in mental health services and research has potential, but a new study finds significant shortcomings that may indicate overly accelerated promotion of new AI models that have yet to be evaluated as viable in the real world.
- [Digital Mental Health for Postpartum Women: Perils, Pitfalls, and Promise](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/digital-mental-health-for-postpartum-women-perils-pitfalls-and-promise/) - Postpartum mental health conditions are a public health concern, affecting a large number of reproductive-age women and their families. Postpartum depression alone affects at least 14% of new mothers and their families. However, very little has been written about how advances in digital mental health can benefit women in the postpartum period, or how those advances may poorly serve this vulnerable population.
- [A Groundbreaking Solution for Men's Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/a-groundbreaking-solution-for-mens-mental-health/) - Identifying solutions for difficult problems like rising suicide rates among working-aged men (25-54 years old) requires bold and innovative thinking. In the United States, men account for 78% of all completed suicides and are roughly four-times more likely than women to die by suicide. It goes without saying that this is a complex issue with many unique, contributing variables, and to effectively address it, the solution must take a non-traditional approach.
- [Innerworld, a Web3 Tool, Brings Barrier-less Mental Health Care to the Metaverse](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/innerworld-a-web3-tool-brings-barrier-less-mental-health-care-to-the-metaverse/) - The metaverse is helping break down boundaries that previously hampered access to mental health care. Innerworld, whose chief strategy offer is renowned singer-songwriter Jewel, is a virtual reality app providing borderless peer-to-peer mental health support to users 24/7.
- [Finding Purpose: Get Into The Thick Of It With Our (Virtual) Journey Through An Island Of Self-introspection](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/youth-mental-health/finding-purpose-get-into-the-thick-of-it-with-our-virtual-journey-through-an-island-of-self-introspection/) - Clearhead has just launched their new tool Finding Purpose with support from the nib Foundation: a free, interactive digital tool designed to help young people develop a greater sense of purpose and identity to improve their mental wellbeing.
- [GoMo Health Leads the Way with Digital Therapeutics](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/gomo-health-leads-the-way-with-digital-therapeutics/) - GoMo Health was established in 2013. Leveraging years of applied research in the “digital-to-human” behavioral and cognitive science of human motivation, activation, and resiliency, Bob Gold, Chief Behavioral Technologist and Founder began applying BehavioralRx®, his (then) emerging digital therapeutic engagement science to engage with millions of underserved and vulnerable patients, caregivers, and families with mental health challenges.
- [How to Design a Digital Antidote to Mental Health Discrimination and Relieve Self Stigma](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/webinar-recordings/how-to-design-a-digital-antidote-to-mental-health-discrimination-and-relieve-self-stigma/) - Experts from England, Australia and New Zealand discuss how digital technology can support global efforts to eliminate mental health-related discrimination, and remove self-stigma.
- [Study Shows Consumer Adoption of Digital Mental Health Care Is Going Strong](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/study-shows-consumer-adoption-of-digital-mental-health-care-is-going-strong/) - Digital health, including digital mental health, has moved from being a novel concept to being part of everyday healthcare delivery. Rock Health‘s 2022 Digital Health Consumer Adoption Survey examined responses from USA-based adults to better understand “consumers’ attitudes toward and behaviours surrounding digital health.″
- [ORCHA Product upgrade - Health App Library and Digital Health Formulary](https://emhicglobal.com/policy-and-standards/orcha-product-upgrade-health-app-library-and-digital-health-formulary/) - ORCHA's Clinical Lead, Dr Tom Mickelwright (GP) gives an overview of the ORCHA Health App Library and Digital Health Formulary.
- [Digital Technology As Effective And Efficient Tools To Improve Mental Health Care in APAC region](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/digital-technology-as-effective-and-efficient-tools-to-improve-mental-health-care-in-apac-region/) - A report from KPMG covering the “rising social and economic cost of major depression” highlights the opportunity for mental healthcare to fully engage with evidence-based digital tools. As the world struggles to keep up with advances in digital technology, it is noted that the healthcare sector tends to be a late-adopter of these revolutionary technologies.
- [Digital Mental Healthcare At Your Fingertips - Crisis Text Line](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/phone-and-text-helplines/digital-mental-healthcare-at-your-fingertips-crisis-text-line/) - In this interview on Fox 13’s Good Day Seattle, the CEO of Crisis Text Line – Dena Trujillo – talks about how the organisation serves people suffering mental ill health in the USA.
- [VR Therapy? Why It Isn't Used More And What Lies Ahead](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/vr-therapy-why-it-isnt-used-more-and-what-lies-ahead/) - The conversation around VR use for treating mental ill health has been longstanding but the introduction of modern, home-accessible products like VR headsets has turbo-charged the discourse. VR use in treating phobias and anxiety allows users to encounter their fears in a safe, controlled environment but barriers to accessing this technology remain. Barriers include the high costs of the technology and lack of trust and/or awareness of its benefits for those seeking mental health support.
- [Digital Mental Health Interventions for Young People in Rural South Africa: Prospects and Challenges for Implementation](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/youth-mental-health/digital-mental-health-interventions-for-young-people-in-rural-south-africa-prospects-and-challenges-for-implementation/) - The growing access to mobile devices in South Africa has the potential to increase access to mental health care services through digital platforms. However, uptake of digital mental health interventions may be hampered by several factors, such as privacy, confidentiality, informed consent, and affordability. This study identified the prospects and challenges of implementing a mobile phone-based mental health intervention for young people in Ingwavuma area.
- [Text4Support Shows How Technology Can Aid Mental Health Care](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/phone-and-text-helplines/text4support-shows-how-technology-can-aid-mental-health-care/) - There is an innovative text-based mental health service called Text4Support that is already having a positive impact on Nova Scotia’s healthcare system, and improving access to mental health care.
- [Good Governance For Great Outcomes - International Approaches To Digital Mental Health Strategy And Policy](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/key-international-developments/good-governance-for-great-outcomes-international-approaches-to-digital-mental-health-strategy-and-policy/) - Over the past decade, digital mental health has been an emerging priority area for government policy and strategy. Acceptance of digital mental health skyrocketed in 2020 – when the Covid-19 pandemic revealed the immense value of digital solutions.
- [More Digital Mental Health Therapies Backed for NHS Use](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/key-international-developments/more-digital-mental-health-therapies-backed-for-nhs-use/) - NICE has recommended eight digital therapies (DTx) for mental health disorders, continuing a drive by the health technology assessment (HTA) agency to review treatment options for patients that can relieve pressure on the NHS.
- [An Open Trial of the Things You Do Questionnaire: Changes in Daily Actions During Internet-Delivered Treatment for Depressive and Anxiety Symptoms](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/an-open-trial-of-the-things-you-do-questionnaire-changes-in-daily-actions-during-internet-delivered-treatment-for-depressive-and-anxiety-symptoms/) - During online treatment for anxiety and depression, participants reported increases in the frequency of the actions captured by the longer and briefer versions of the TYDQ, as well increases in satisfaction with life, alongside decreases in anxiety and depressive symptoms.
- [New Tech Platform To Revolutionise Psychiatric Care](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/new-tech-platform-to-revolutionise-psychiatric-care/) - Carle Illinois College of Medicine (CI MED) student, Aditya Vaidyam, together with a team at Harvard University, have developed a new technology platform to make mental health care available whenever and wherever it’s needed most. The platform is called Learn, Assess, Manage, Prevent, or LAMP and not only makes psychiatric care more accessible to those who need it but also enables professional care teams to work with more patients at any given time.
- [Mental Health Commission of Canada Develops 'E-Mental Health Implementation E-Modules'](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/training-resources/mental-health-commission-of-canada-develops-e-mental-health-implementation-e-modules/) - The Mental Health Commission of Canada, in collaboration with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), has developed four online learning modules, based on their Toolkit for E-Mental Health Implementation.
- [Why Generative AI (LLM) Is Ready for Mental Healthcare](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/generative-ai/why-generative-ai-llm-is-ready-for-mental-healthcare/) - I’m among those amazed by the power of OpenAI’ ChatGPT and new technologies using large language models (LLMs). There is no doubt that these innovations represent a new chapter in applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) for mental healthcare. However, I’ll start this article by focusing on the human patient, not the technology.
- [A Robotic Companion for Psychological Well-Being: A Long-Term Investigation of Companionship and Therapeutic Alliance](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/a-robotic-companion-for-psychological-well-being-a-long-term-investigation-of-companionship-and-therapeutic-alliance/) - Social support plays a crucial role in managing and enhancing one’s mental health and well-being. In order to explore the role of a robot’s companion-like behavior on its therapeutic interventions, we conducted an eight-week-long deployment study with seventy participants to compare the impact of (1) a control robot with only assistant-like skills, (2) a coach-like robot with additional instructive positive psychology interventions, and (3) a companion-like robot that delivered the same interventions in a peer-like and supportive manner.
- [Improving Access to Evidence-Based Psychological Care](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/improving-access-to-evidence-based-psychological-care/) - Access to evidence-based psychological care [...] is limited, according to a report commissioned by Big Health and conducted by actuarial consulting firm Milliman.
- [Virtual Reality Therapy: Everything You Need To Know](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/virtual-reality-therapy-everything-you-need-to-know-2/) - 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 an increasingly popular modality for mental health care.
- [Gen Z Mental Health: The Impact of Tech and Social Media](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/youth-mental-health/gen-z-mental-health-the-impact-of-tech-and-social-media/) - A new McKinsey Health Institute survey finds that Gen Z’s social media engagement can feel negative but can also help with finding mental health support and connectivity.
- [Q&A: Integrating Digital Health Apps Into Clinical Care](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/qa-integrating-digital-health-apps-into-clinical-care/) - After nearly 25 years at Kaiser Permanente, Trina Histon recently took on a new challenge at Woebot Health, the company behind a chatbot for mental healthcare.
- [Digital Therapeutics Should Work ‘Like Magic’ To Succeed in Clinical Care](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/interviews/digital-therapeutics-should-work-like-magic-to-succeed-in-clinical-care/) - It's still early days for integrating digital therapeutics into clinical care, said panelists at the 2023 HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition. But they have a role to play when developers consider the different needs of all healthcare stakeholders, including patients, hospitals, clinicians and payers.
- [Empowering Mental Health Through Inclusive Technology](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/empowering-mental-health-through-inclusive-technology/) - We have all heard that technology can revolutionize mental health care. But if it was that easy, where has the revolution been for the last decade? Finally, we are realizing the first step is for technology to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion in mental health care.
- [Ending Loneliness Directory: A New Online Directory Helping Australians Reduce Loneliness and Find Connection](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/website-based-tools-and-resources/ending-loneliness-directory-a-new-online-directory-helping-australians-reduce-loneliness-and-find-connection/) - Loneliness and social isolation can affect anyone at any age and the COVID-19 pandemic put the global spotlight of attention on our need for social connection. Loneliness is not just a social problem, it has a negative impact on our health and wellbeing. Loneliness is linked to an increased risk of suicide, cardiovascular disease, onset of dementia, and a wide range of mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression.
- [Youth Mental Health: Can Digital Tools Contain the Crisis?](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/youth-mental-health/youth-mental-health-can-digital-tools-contain-the-crisis/) - Two and a half years since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, we are still dealing with the fallout – not least the effect on youth mental health. For many children and young people, the repeated lockdowns, social isolation, and climate of uncertainty, proved to be deeply distressing. Searches for apps for mental health problems are rising considerably.
- [BIPOC-Focused Telehealth Startup ReKlame Health Now In-Network With Cigna](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/bipoc-focused-telehealth-startup-reklame-health-now-in-network-with-cigna/) - ReKlame Health, a telehealth startup focused on BIPOC communities, is now an in-network mental health provider in New York, New Jersey and Florida.
- [Levelling Up Mental Health: Take This Transforms the Game Industry](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/novel-solutions/levelling-up-mental-health-take-this-transforms-the-game-industry/) - Take This is a mental health advocacy organization with a focus on the video game industry and community - the first and oldest, in fact! The work of nonprofit organizations is about changing the world – making it better – and that impetus usually comes from something personal – something that really hits close to home. In the case of Take This, it was the suicide of game journalist Matt Hughes on October 30, 2012, which rocked his professional community, just as it rocked his friends and family.
- [Inspiring Discussions Highlight Canada's Advancements in Digital Mental Health Implementation](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/key-international-developments/inspiring-discussions-highlight-canadas-advancements-in-digital-mental-health-implementation/) - Recently, our Executive Director, Anil Thapliyal, eMHIC Board Chair Michel Rodrigue, and Global Leadership Council Member Dr. Andrew Greenshaw engaged in a profoundly insightful meeting with Canadian Senator Stan Kutcher, Eric Bélair, Associate Assistant Deputy Minister at Health Canada, and Dr. Kim Corace and her team from the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre (ROMHC). Their discussions centered around the present state of digital mental health implementation in Canada, yielding valuable insights and perspectives.
- [The Power of Collaboration in Digital Mental Health: Key Takeaways from the 2022 Congress](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/webinar-recordings/the-power-of-collaboration-in-digital-mental-health-key-takeaways-from-the-2022-congress/) - The 2022 Digital Mental Health International Congress fostered collaboration between countries to transform mental healthcare and bring the digital mental health ecosystem to life, and we’re thrilled to share the progress made in achieving this goal.
- [Amid Therapy Waitlists, New AI Coach may be Quicker Option](https://emhicglobal.com/artificial-intelligence-2/amid-therapy-waitlists-new-ai-coach-may-be-quicker-option/) - The growth of artificial intelligence has drawn praise as well as anxiety and skepticism. But researchers from the University of Illinois Chicago and their colleagues have found that their AI app appears to be useful in treating anxiety and depression. And they hope it can soon help whittle down the lengthy waiting list for treatment.
- [Generative AI Could Help Solve the U.S. Mental Health Crisis](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/generative-ai/generative-ai-could-help-solve-the-u-s-mental-health-crisis/) - The app-based chatbot released in December immediately popularized generative AI. Generative AI analyzes patterns in written words from across the web, forming complex mathematical and computational formulations, to produce human-like text. With its dizzying number of potential uses and user amassment, generative AI platforms could be instrumental in providing psychiatric care– especially given the stark supply and demand issues.
- [APEC Digital Hub for Mental Health: Coordinating Center for Mental Health in the Asia Pacific Region](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/apec-digital-hub-for-mental-health-coordinating-center-for-mental-health-in-the-asia-pacific-region/) - The Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Digital Hub for Mental Health (‘the Digital Hub’) acts as the coordinating centre for mental health in APEC, which is made up of 21 member economies across the Asia Pacific region. The Digital Hub is hosted in Canada at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in partnership with the University of Alberta (UofA) and the Canadian Network for Mood and Anxiety Treatments (CANMAT). The Digital Hub is a network of stakeholders representing researchers, healthcare providers, policy makers and people with lived and living experience (PWLE) from across the region with the goal of “strengthen[ing] the mental health and wellbeing of individuals and communities across the Asia Pacific region in support of economic growth”.
- [FTC Steps Up Scrutiny of Digital Health Apps With Proposed Changes to Data Privacy Rule](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/ethics-and-law-equity-and-access/ftc-steps-up-scrutiny-of-digital-health-apps-with-proposed-changes-to-data-privacy-rule/) - The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the US is tightening the reins on digital health apps sharing consumers’ sensitive medical data with tech companies.
- [XRHealth and Amelia Virtual Care Announce Merger, Creating the Largest XR Therapeutics Platform in the World](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/xrhealth-and-amelia-virtual-care-announce-merger-creating-the-largest-xr-therapeutics-platform-in-the-world/) - Both Companies will Be merged Under the XRHealth Brand Name and By the End of the Year Are Forecasted to Have over 500K VR Treatments, Exceed 25K Patients Treated, and Be Deployed by Over 2500 Clinicians.
- [Perinatal Mental Health Gets XR Treatment in New Training Programme](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/perinatal-mental-health-gets-xr-treatment-in-new-training-programme/) - England has become the first country in the world to launch clinical training in perinatal mental health using extended reality (XR) technology.
- [Can A.I. Treat Mental Illness?](https://emhicglobal.com/artificial-intelligence-2/can-a-i-treat-mental-illness/) - In the nineteen-sixties, Joseph Weizenbaum, a computer scientist at M.I.T., created a computer program called Eliza. It was designed to simulate Rogerian therapy, in which the patient directs the conversation and the therapist often repeats her language back to her.
- [Q&A: The Potential Implications of AI on Healthcare Disparities](https://emhicglobal.com/artificial-intelligence-2/qa-the-potential-implications-of-ai-on-healthcare-disparities/) - The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted disparities in healthcare throughout the U.S. over the past several years. Now, with the rise of AI, experts are warning developers to remain cautious while implementing models to ensure those inequities are not exacerbated.
- [The Startup That Hopes Your Doctor May One Day Prescribe You a Video Game](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/the-startup-that-hopes-your-doctor-may-one-day-prescribe-you-a-video-game/) - Play can be therapeutic. But can you dare to imagine a future where gaming is just what the doctor literally ordered? It's a future that DeepWell DTx is on a mission to secure. The company, which is still in its very early days, is a few things at once.
- [Immersive VR Headsets to Improve Mental Health Services](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/immersive-vr-headsets-to-improve-mental-health-services/) - £3 million has been funded toward projects generating immersive VR headsets for mental health therapeutics across the UK Mental health problems are experienced by one in four people each year in the UK, but only one in eight adults with a mental health problem are currently getting any kind of treatment.
- [Engage Patients With Immersive VR Technology](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/engage-patients-with-immersive-vr-technology/) - Gita Barry, president of immersive healthcare at Penumbra, discusses the uses of immersive VR technology for therapy in healthcare settings and at home, and its potential to engage patients and employees.
- [Technology That Cares: A Glimpse Into the Future of Mental Healthcare](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/webinar-recordings/technology-that-cares-a-glimpse-into-the-future-of-mental-healthcare/) - This webinar explores how emerging technologies like VR, AI, and the Metaverse are transforming mental healthcare—offering new opportunities and raising important questions about their impact, benefits, and risks.
- [The APEC Digital Hub for Mental Health: Cross-Regional Collaboration to Promote Digital Mental Health Equity](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/the-apec-digital-hub-for-mental-health-cross-regional-collaboration-to-promote-digital-mental-health-equity/) - The importance of promoting mental health and providing timely evidence-based care for people suffering from mental health conditions has perhaps never been so well recognized. Along with its many unprecedented challenges, the emotional toll of the COVID-19 pandemic has raised awareness about psychological distress and has catalyzed open discussions about mental health and well-being globally.
- [Hope Away from Home: Advancing Digital Mental Health Interventions for Refugees and Marginalized Groups](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/refugee-care/hope-away-from-home-advancing-digital-mental-health-interventions-for-refugees-and-marginalized-groups/) - The 20th of June was World Refugee Day, reminding us that almost 110 million people all over the world have been forced to flee their homes because of war, violence, conflict, or persecution, the highest number ever recorded. This year’s theme is “Hope away from home”, focusing on the inclusion of refugees in their new locations. An important aspect of inclusion is the possibility to receive help to alleviate suffering from mental health problems.
- [Rocket VR & MGH Hospital Begin Clinical Trial](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/rocket-vr-mgh-hospital-begin-clinical-trial/) - At Rocket VR Health, we are transforming the mental health treatment landscape by offering the next generation of digital therapeutics by leveraging proven clinical programs and ultra-realistic 3D environments, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) games, and VR-enhanced meditations.
- [It’s Gen Z’s World, We’re Just Living in It: Navigating Mental Health Support in the Digital Realm](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/chatbots/its-gen-zs-world-were-just-living-in-it-navigating-mental-health-support-in-the-digital-realm/) - The world is changing. The rise of digital communication tools and social media has fundamentally altered the way people connect and communicate. The days of landline phone calls and handwritten letters are long gone. We now live in an era of instant connection, where our devices have become an integral part of who we are, granting us immediate access to people and information with a simple click of a button.
- [WHO's "Regional Framework for the Future of Mental Health in the Western Pacific 2023-2040" - Digital Mental Health Expansion as an Enabling Strategy](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/frameworks/whos-regional-framework-for-the-future-of-mental-health-in-the-western-pacific-2023-2040-digital-mental-health-expansion-as-an-enabling-strategy/) - The Western Pacific Region faces unique challenges when addressing mental ill-health amongst its population of 215 million. Lack of access to support for remote communities and climate change worsen the situation and COVID-19 highlighted the urgent need for action. The WHO’s Regional Framework for the Future of Mental Health addresses these challenges with a strong focus on digital supports to complement care.
- [Announcing Ember's "Youth Flourishing in North Auckland" Innovation Challenge](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-partner-news/announcing-embers-youth-flourishing-in-north-auckland-innovation-challenge/) - Approximately 1.25 million people in New Zealand need mental wellbeing support every year. Less than half of them are supported by public health services and registered counsellors, leaving just over 800, 000 without support. Ember Innovations is on a mission to bridge this gap.
- [Introducing Medicly - The Healthy Data Exchange](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-partner-news/introducing-medicly-the-healthy-data-exchange/) - We've seen data challenges across the healthcare sector for a long time. The reality is that health systems are complex and fragile to build and maintain. They also affect everyone across the health and social services sectors.
- [Oxehealth: A Global Leader in Vision-Based Patient Monitoring and Management](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/oxehealth-a-global-leader-in-vision-based-patient-monitoring-and-management/) - Oxevision is a tool that helps staff care for patients more safely. It has been designed specifically for mental health care and has been developed in collaboration with patients, relatives, doctors and nurses.
- [eMHIC and APEC Digital Hub for Mental Health Establish Strategic Partnership for Advancing Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-news/emhic-and-apec-digital-hub-for-mental-health-establish-strategic-partnership-for-advancing-digital-mental-health/) - eMHIC and the APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) Digital Hub for Mental Health have embarked on an exciting new strategic relationship. We will collaborate on events, share resources and knowledge, and support each other's aims. Being two peak organizations with a shared history and stakeholders in the mental health domain, we are uniquely positioned to leverage our respective strengths and expertise in advancing the digital mental health domain.
- [Registration Is Now Open for the APEC Digital Hub for Mental Health’s Online Forum On Promoting Mental Health Equity in the Asia Pacific!](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-partner-news/registration-is-now-open-for-the-apec-digital-hub-for-mental-healths-online-forum-onpromoting-mental-health-equity-in-the-asia-pacific/) - The APEC Digital Hub for Mental Health is hosting an online forum, convening expert speakers from across the APEC region. Their aim is to highlight research, innovations, and best practices that promote mental health equity, with a particular focus on the use of digital technologies in the region.
- [Beacons of Trust in Troublesome Waters Prioritizing Safety and Integrity in Digital Mental Healthcare](https://emhicglobal.com/equity-and-access/ethics-and-law-equity-and-access/beacons-of-trust-in-troublesome-waters-prioritizing-safety-and-integrity-in-digital-mental-healthcare/) - In this webinar, experts from Singapore, Australia, India, and New Zealand discuss how to ensure digital mental health tools can inspire user trust, promote positive mental health outcomes, and prevent adverse effects.
- [This Mental Health App Could Change How We Understand and Treat Schizophrenia](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/severe-mental-illness/this-mental-health-app-could-change-how-we-understand-and-treat-schizophrenia/) - John Torous and his team of clinicians, data scientists and app developers don’t look like your usual research team. But out-of-the-box thinking, as he explains, might be exactly what’s needed to find digital markers that can help take on some of the biggest challenges in schizophrenia research.
- [How to Support Men’s Mental Health in 2023](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/how-to-support-mens-mental-health-in-2023/) - “There are ways to seek help in a more private setting if talking to loved ones or doctors doesn’t feel like a step you can take right now. Most NHS practices in the UK allow people to refer themselves for mental health and psychological therapies online, which removes the step of having to verbally explain your struggles to your GP. This removes the perceived stigma of speaking to a doctor."
- [Rendever Virtual Reality Platform Improves Transition to Home for Older Adults at RiverSpring Living](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/rendever-virtual-reality-platform-improves-transition-to-home-for-older-adults-at-riverspring-living/) - Rendever, the Boston-based company pioneering the future of aging through virtual reality (VR), is collaborating with New York-based senior living services provider RiverSpring Living to use VR as a transformational tool in reintegrating seniors in their homes after rehabilitation stays.
- [SAMHSA Releases a Digital Therapeutics for Management and Treatment in Behavioral Health Advisory](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/toolkits/samhsa-releases-a-digital-therapeutics-for-management-and-treatment-in-behavioral-health-advisory/) - This advisory introduces readers to digital therapeutics (DTx) and the benefits of their use in behavioral health. It describes the research, regulatory, and reimbursement implications for DTx as well as selection and implementation considerations.
- [BeMe Teams Up With CareSource to Provide Digital Mental Health Support for Teens](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/youth-mental-health/beme-teams-up-with-caresource-to-provide-digital-mental-health-support-for-teens/) - BeMe, a digital behavioral health company, and CareSource, a nationally recognized nonprofit health plan, are announcing a new partnership to provide teens enrolled in Indiana’s Hoosier Healthwise coverage access to digital mental health support and interventions designed specifically to address teens’ unique needs.
- [Empowering Global Mental Health & Well-Being: McKinsey Health Institute’s Vision for Lasting Prosperity](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-partner-news/empowering-global-mental-health-well-being-mckinsey-health-institutes-vision-for-lasting-prosperity/) - The McKinsey Health Institute (MHI) is an enduring, mission-driven global health organization within McKinsey & Company dedicated to advancing human health worldwide.
- [Adversity to Healing: Digital Mental Health for Refugees, Migrants, and Marginalized Groups](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/adversity-to-healing-digital-mental-health-for-refugees-migrants-and-marginalized-groups/) - In this webinar, passionate and dedicated experts from Sweden will come together to discuss how to address the urgent situation and ensure vital digital mental health supports reach refugees, migrants, and marginalized groups.
- [Generative AI Holds Enormous Promise for Health Care](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/generative-ai/generative-ai-holds-enormous-promise-for-health-care/) - Generative artificial intelligence (AI) potentially holds enormous promise for health care and could usher in a new era of tools. But the technology is still evolving, the accuracy is not yet reliable, and few rules or regulatory guardrails exist.
- [You Can’t Help Them if You Can’t Hold Them: Moving From Accessibility to Acceptability in Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/self-help-apps/you-cant-help-them-if-you-cant-hold-them-moving-from-accessibility-to-acceptability-in-digital-mental-health/) - When it comes to digital mental health, the old adage about a tree falling in the woods is as relevant as ever: If a digital mental health product launches, but is rarely used, does it actually help anyone?
- [Experts ‘Cautiously Optimistic’ About Extended Reality for Mental Healthcare](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/experts-cautiously-optimistic-about-extended-reality-for-mental-healthcare/) - During a series of talks at vMed 2023, speakers discussed the promise of XR use in mental healthcare and their cautious optimism around care delivery in the metaverse.
- [Five Reasons Why ChatGPT Is the Future of Digital Mental Health Support](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/chatbots/five-reasons-why-chatgpt-is-the-future-of-digital-mental-health-support/) - Here are five reasons why I think he latest generation AI-powered chatbots like ChatGPT will be the future of digitally delivered therapy and mental health support...
- [Wysa: Transforming Mental Health Through AI-Driven Support](https://emhicglobal.com/artificial-intelligence-2/wysa-transforming-mental-health-through-ai-driven-support/) - Wysa is a global leader in AI-driven mental health support, available both to individuals, through employer benefits programmes and healthcare services. We believe access to support should be available whenever people need it. Stigma prevails, so we take away the need for people to ask for help and eliminate the need for people to make a judgement call on when they should seek professional support.
- [Crisis Text Line: What We Learned About the Wider Social Benefits of Operating a Digital Mental Health Platform From Surveying Over 3,400 Volunteer Crisis Counselors](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/phone-and-text-helplines/crisis-text-line-what-we-learned-about-the-wider-social-benefits-of-operating-a-digital-mental-health-platform-from-surveying-over-3400-volunteer-crisis-counselors/) - Crisis Text Line is a nonprofit organization that provides free, 24/7, confidential text-based mental health support and crisis intervention in both English and Spanish for anyone in the United States including Puerto Rico. We do this through a digital mental health platform that is powered by trained volunteer Crisis Counselors. Since our launch in 2013, we’ve trained more than 65,000 volunteer Crisis Counselors in the US (88,000 worldwide). These volunteers have supported over 8 million crisis conversations in the US and more than 11.8 million conversations globally over the past decade, collectively donating more than 3 million hours of volunteer time on the platform in the US alone.
- [Partnering Together for Person-and-Family Centric Care - A Report on Stepped Care 2.0 in Canada's Northwest Territories](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/reports/partnering-together-for-person-and-family-centric-care-a-report-on-stepped-care-2-0-in-canadas-northwest-territories/) - By enhancing services, training service providers, fostering community involvement, and establishing the Mental Wellness & Addictions Recovery Advisory Group, the introduction of Stepped Care 2.0© (SC2.0) has elevated the delivery of services to residents in the Northwest Territories. There has been a substantial augmentation in the outreach, diversity, and adaptability of services, leading to improved accessibility to counseling.
- [Headlight: Increasing Mental Health Literacy in Communities](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/general-wellbeing/headlight-increasing-mental-health-literacy-in-communities/) - Increasing mental health literacy within a community can have a direct impact on the mental wellbeing of a population, promote early intervention and reduce the burden of care on clinical services and community support networks. Yet the fact remains that equitable access to mental health education to improve literacy remains out of reach for many communities.
- [29k: Together We Can Co-create a Digital Platform to Help the World and Ourselves – Let’s Do It!](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/website-based-tools-and-resources/29k-together-we-can-co-create-a-digital-platform-to-help-the-world-and-ourselves-lets-do-it/) - The 29k Foundation was founded in 2016. We are an open-source, co-created, non-profit foundation that makes psychological tools for mental health, inner development, and civic leadership accessible for free. By gathering contributors and co-creators we aim to build a platform to change 10 million people's lives by 2030.
- [Digital Transformation of Mental Health Services](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/digital-transformation-of-mental-health-services/) - This paper makes a case for digital mental health and provides insights into how digital technologies can enhance (but not replace) existing mental health services. We describe digital mental health by presenting a suite of digital technologies (from digital interventions to the application of artificial intelligence)
- [Education for Wellbeing: Is Investing in Mental Health Literacy the Key to Reducing the Burden on Clinical Services?](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/webinar-recordings/education-for-wellbeing-is-investing-in-mental-health-literacy-the-key-to-reducing-the-burden-on-clinical-services/) - In this webinar, experts from Canada and New Zealand discuss how investment in mental health literacy programmes, particularly for remote, diverse and rural communities, has significant potential to improve the mental wellbeing of communities at large
- [Experts Unite to Address Youth Mental Health: eMHIC, UNICEF and the McKinsey Health Institute's Recent Dialogue on Digital Mental Health for Adolescents and Youth](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-partner-news/experts-unite-to-address-youth-mental-health-emhic-unicef-and-the-mckinsey-health-institutes-recent-dialogue-on-digital-mental-health-for-adolescents-and-youth/) - The eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC), in collaboration with UNICEF and the McKinsey Health Institute, co-convened an Expert Dialogue on Digital Mental Health for Adolescents and Youth at UNICEF's offices in Geneva, Switzerland, in October 2023. This critical event included subject matter experts from the global digital mental health domain and the World Health Organization, all coinciding with #WorldMentalHealthDay2023.
- [Financing Mental Health: United for Global Mental Health Examines the Current Situation and Ways Forward for Sustained Investment](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/reports/financing-mental-health-united-for-global-mental-health-examines-the-current-situation-and-ways-forward-for-sustained-investment/) - United for Global Mental Health, an advocacy organisation that works to advance mental health and psychosocial well-being globally, has released it’s latest report delving into the complex landscape of funding for mental health services. It aims to shed light on the current state of affairs by offering a macro-level analysis of government and donor contributions to mental health finance.
- [An Interview with Laura Cozens, Head of Patient Safety and Quality, Oxehealth](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/an-interview-with-laura-cozens-head-of-patient-safety-and-quality-oxehealth/) - Oxevision is an infrared sensitive camera that is housed in a secure unit installed in patient rooms. It relays information to staff in real time. Staff members receive that information through a fixed screen in the nurses station and on portable tablet devices. We’re also able to use Oxevision for remote patient monitoring — measuring their pulse and breathing rate while carrying out a short, 15-second visual check to verify that a patient is doing well.
- [The Scottish Government's Digital Mental Health Integration into Strategy and Policy](https://emhicglobal.com/special-interest-groups/policy-and-strategy/the-scottish-governments-digital-mental-health-integration-into-strategy-and-policy/) - In 2015 the Scottish Government first rolled out national access to a digital mental health product: the clinically evidenced, computerised Cognitive Behavioural Therapy program Beating the Blues.
- [Building Resilient Workplaces: Unveiling Recovery Pathways for Mental Health and Substance Use](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/workplace-wellbeing/building-resilient-workplaces-unveiling-recovery-pathways-for-mental-health-and-substance-use/) - Substance use disorder (SUD) in the U.S. has risen dramatically since the COVID-19 pandemic began. According to the 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 40.3 million people aged 12 or older had a past-year substance use disorder and 1 in 11 workers suffers from SUD. New national and state legislation urges employers to implement solutions and programs that address this crisis.
- [How Behavioral Health Providers Can Tackle Staffing Issues With Technology](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/thought-leadership-expert-opinions/how-behavioral-health-providers-can-tackle-staffing-issues-with-technology/) - Most health care providers agree that the overwhelming issue they currently face is staff retention and recruitment. The American Hospital Association recently called the workforce shortage that hospitals are experiencing a “national emergency,” projecting the overall shortage of nurses to reach 1.1 million by the end of the year.
- [Inside the Technology Driving High Reliability and Staff Productivity](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/inside-the-technology-driving-high-reliability-and-staff-productivity/) - When Tracey Wrench was in the behavioral health trenches, what kept her up at night were patient outcomes and their connection to staffing challenges. But what kept her patients and staff up at night was something else.
- [Revolutionizing Rounding: The New Tool That Lets Patients Sleep](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/thought-leadership-expert-opinions/revolutionizing-rounding-the-new-tool-that-lets-patients-sleep/) - Sleep is a crucial component of mental health, playing a key role in emotion regulation, memory consolidation and cognitive function. Think of how often someone’s said to you, “You’ll feel better with a good night’s sleep.”
- [The Economic Benefits of LENS Treatment for People with Anxiety](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/the-economic-benefits-of-lens-treatment-for-people-with-anxiety/) - A recent study funded by MQ Mental Health Research (MQ) showed that a new treatment, titled Learning Effective New Strategies (LENS), which can be administered remotely, could be effective in helping people who experience GAD to recover. The LENS treatment, which consists of a training programme designed to embed effective strategies for reducing anxiety, was delivered entirely online and has since been developed into an app.
- [Meeting Increasing Youth Mental Health and Addiction Need – Are Digital Solutions the Answer?](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/meeting-increasing-youth-mental-health-and-addiction-need-are-digital-solutions-the-answer/) - New Zealand (NZ) is ideally situated in the Pacific Ocean, it is home to 5.12 million people with a population density of 20 people per square kilometer. It is a land of glorious green forests, soaring mountains and sandy beaches, a land made famous by Peter Jackson’s Hobbit movies. However this beautiful country is not immune to the international trends of increased mental health distress. Mental Health distress rates have been increasing for some time, with the rate of increase escalating over the past decade. This increase seems particularly evident in youth and young adults, the easons for which are multiple and complex, although the impact of the COVID pandemic and resulting lockdowns seems to have differentially affected youth.
- [The World’s First AI-Driven Mental Health Platform for Microsoft Teams and Microsoft 365](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/the-worlds-first-ai-driven-mental-health-platform-for-microsoft-teams-and-microsoft-365/) - Launched in 2022, through a partnership between distinguished Australian clinical psychologist, Dr. Simon Kinsella, and Mesh Ai, Simpatico Ai was created in response to the changing mental health landscape in workplaces around the globe. It is estimated that 12 billion working days are lost every single year as a result of depression and anxiety disorders.
- [Fighting Stigma in Mental Health: Choosing Empathy Over Prejudice](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/fighting-stigma-in-mental-health-choosing-empathy-over-prejudice/) - Stigma around mental illness can be deadly, but empathy can save lives. Jon Nelson shares how deep brain stimulation and compassionate care helped him survive depression and why we must choose understanding over judgment.
- [Transdiagnostic Mental Health Apps Show Promise in Managing Depression and Anxiety](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/transdiagnostic-mental-health-apps-show-promise-in-managing-depression-and-anxiety/) - A new meta-analysis of 19 trials finds that transdiagnostic mental health apps—designed to address both depression and anxiety—produce small but meaningful improvements in symptoms. These apps show comparable effects to disorder-specific tools and highlight the potential for scalable, accessible support that can complement traditional care.
- [AI-Powered Trial to Boost Engagement in Digital Resiliency Course for Ukrainian Refugees](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/ai-powered-trial-to-boost-engagement-in-digital-resiliency-course-for-ukrainian-refugees/) - A new JMIR Research Protocols study will test how behavioral nudges and checklists affect engagement in a digital resiliency course for Ukrainian refugees. The trial aims to generate AI-ready behavioral data to improve personalization and scalability in digital mental health.
- [Illinois Enacts Landmark AI Mental Health Regulation](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/illinois-enacts-landmark-ai-mental-health-regulation/) - On August 1, 2025, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed the Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources (WOPR) Act, marking a significant step in regulating artificial intelligence (AI) in mental health care.
- [AI Adoption in Large Mental Health Services: White Paper Overview](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/ai-adoption-in-large-mental-health-services-white-paper-overview/) - A new white paper, AI Adoption in Large Mental Health Services, outlines a practical, risk-aware framework for applying AI in mental health care—starting with low-risk administrative tasks and building the capabilities needed for safe, scalable impact.
- [AI Scribes Gain Traction Among New Zealand GPs Despite Ethical and Legal Concerns](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/ai-scribes-gain-traction-among-new-zealand-gps-despite-ethical-and-legal-concerns/) - A new University of Otago study has found that AI transcription tools, or “AI scribes,” are already being widely used in New Zealand primary care, particularly by GPs.
- [The NHS Confederation Drives Conversation to Embrace Digital Mental Health Solutions](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/key-international-developments/the-nhs-confederation-drives-conversation-to-embrace-digital-mental-health-solutions/) - The NHS Confederation unites and advocates for the healthcare system in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Its “Mental Health Network” represents organisations involved in promoting and commissioning mental health and learning disability services. The Confederation regularly hosts networking events to share good practices and innovations in the mental health sector. In April, they organised a dinner event featuring special guest Professor Anil Thapliyal, Executive Director of eMHIC.
- [Nordic Think Tank Ignites Innovation for Digital Mental Health Ecosystem in Sweden](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/key-international-developments/nordic-think-tank-ignites-innovation-for-digital-mental-health-ecosystem-in-sweden/) - The Nordic Think Tank held in Sweden was truly inspiring, showcasing the region's unmatched expertise in design thinking. The challenge at hand? Discovering effective approaches for implementing a digital mental health ecosystem at various levels: local, regional, and national.
- [A Decade of Change: Lessons From 10 years of Delivering Digital Mental Health Care](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/a-decade-of-change-lessons-from-10-years-of-delivering-digital-mental-health-care/) - Professor Nick Titov, Founding Executive Director of the Australian MindSpot Clinic, reflects on ten rewarding years delivering digital mental health care to people across Australia.
- [eMHIC Supports UNICEF to Develop E-Mental Health Solutions For Youth](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/youth-mental-health/emhic-supports-unicef-to-develop-e-mental-health-solutions-for-youth/) - eMHIC and UNICEF’s Europe and Central Asia regional team have been in conversation since 2018 with a focus on developing practical online solutions for helping “connect kids to care”. The eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC) was an important source inspiration, providing international leadership for building USupport, set to be launched later this year.
- [The Faster Horses of Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/self-help-apps/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 healthcare by allowing clients to track their own mental state and share notes with their care professional in real-time.
- [Therapy on the Go: Mildly Depressed or Simply Stressed, People Are Tapping Apps for Mental Health Care](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/self-help-apps/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.
- [Digital Mental Health in Australia: Update from eMHIC's Board Chair - Christine Morgan](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/digital-mental-health-in-australia-update-from-emhics-board-chair-christine-morgan/) - As we welcome in 2022, we look forward to a new and exciting year of collaboration. Through all the challenges of the pandemic, the ability to continue to work together and learn from each other has been a strong constant. It is one positive upon which we can – and must – continue to build.
- [Digital Technologies Are at the Heart of a Bold Transformation in Mental Health Support in Wales](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/digital-technologies-are-at-the-heart-of-a-bold-transformation-in-mental-health-support-in-wales/) - A bold shift toward open-access, preventative mental health support is underway in Wales, with digital technologies playing a central role. This direction was spotlighted at eMHIC’s landmark roundtable at Cardiff Castle on April 17, 2024, where leaders and experts came together to help shape the future of digital mental health.
- [Breaking Stigma Online and Offline: How Lived Experience is Shaping the Future of Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/breaking-stigma-online-and-offline-how-lived-experience-is-shaping-the-future-of-mental-health/) - Fueled by his personal experiences with loss and mental illness, Jon Salmon, a mental health advocate, highlights how digital tools and creative storytelling can combat stigma. He emphasizes the power of using lived experience as a key component in co-designing campaigns and building a future where everyone feels accepted.
- [Insights from Australia and New Zealand](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/insights-from-australia-and-new-zealand/) - eMHIC Board Member and President and CEO of the National Mental Health Commission of Canada, Michel Rodrigue shares his thoughts on the eMHIC Congress held in November, 2022, saying "It gave me the a chance to examine some of the ways technology (while not the answer to all our problems) can help to increase access to mental health care in countries that are vast, have a shortage of clinicians, or face financial barriers."
- [Why Suffer in Silence? Leveraging Technology to Support Maternal Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/self-help-apps/why-suffer-in-silence-leveraging-technology-to-support-maternal-mental-health/) - “It’s the happiest time in your life!” “Enjoy every moment!” “It goes by so fast!” These are common heartfelt words shared with new moms. But what happens when it’s not the happiest time, when it’s impossible to enjoy just about any moment, and when time not only doesn’t fly by but seems to stand still?
- [The Role of Digital People in Closing Accessibility Gaps](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/the-role-of-digital-people-in-closing-accessibility-gaps/) - Soul Machines has released their latest White Paper “Bridging Access Gaps in Mental Health and Healthcare”, and a webinar on the roles that “Digital People play in supporting the providers and institutions managing mental illness”.
- [Canada's Maritime Provinces Unite: eMHIC's Regional Summit Showcases Inter-Provincial Collaboration and Innovative Solutions](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/canadas-maritime-provinces-unite-emhics-regional-summit-showcases-inter-provincial-collaboration-and-innovative-solutions/) - The eMental Health International Collaborative's Regional Summit brought together Mental Health organizations, experts, and Provincial Governments from Atlantic Canada. The event showcased innovative solutions and collaborative efforts, inspiring progress in the digital mental health field.
- [Nunavut MP Lori Idlout Empowers Indigenous Communities with Digital Mental Health Solutions](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/nunavut-mp-lori-idlout-empowers-indigenous-communities-with-digital-mental-health-solutions/) - Nunavut MP Lori Idlout is leading the way in digital mental health for indigenous communities in northern Canada, promoting improved access and support. Partnering with the eMental Health International Collaborative, Lori's dedication is driving positive change for the residents of Nunavut and beyond.
- [Making The MOST Of Most](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/website-based-tools-and-resources/making-the-most-of-most/) - COVID-19 forced health authorities to investigate how to deliver healthcare, including mental health care, differently. MOST (formerly Moderated Online Social Therapy) is a free digital mental health service for young Australians aged 12 to 25 provides access to self-directed therapeutic content, a safe moderated online community, peer workers, careers counselling and one-on-one clinical support.
- [Collaboration and Co-creation – The Key to Singapore’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/strategies/collaboration-and-co-creation-the-key-to-singapores-mental-health-and-wellbeing-strategy/) - Executive director Anil Thapliyal attended the Mental Health Conference co-organized by eMHIC member organization, the Institute of Mental Health Singapore. The theme for this highly engaging event was "Co-Creating Our Mental Health Ecosystem," which highlighted the importance of collaboration for positive population-wide mental health outcomes.
- [Virtual Reality-Based Therapy: Can It Transform Interventions for Severe Mental Disorders in a Cost-Effective Manner?](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/virtual-reality/virtual-reality-based-therapy-can-it-transform-interventions-for-severe-mental-disorders-in-a-cost-effective-manner-2/) - In this webinar, researchers from VIRTU Research Group in Denmark discuss how virtual reality is a cutting-edge mental health treatment tool that has the potential to significantly advance non-pharmacological treatment of severe mental disorders.
- [Sleep Matters: Insight the Connection Between Sleep and Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/sleep-matters-insight-the-connection-between-sleep-and-mental-health/) - We know that forward-thinking behavioral health providers are already finding ways to use technology to revolutionize rounding for the sake of their patients. Understanding the connection between sleep, mental health conditions and patient recovery can help providers even more as they travel toward embracing additional solutions that can improve patient care.
- [The Promise of Digital Interventions To Reduce the Disease Burden of Depression](https://emhicglobal.com/digital-tools-and-solutions/depression/the-promise-of-digital-interventions-to-reduce-the-disease-burden-of-depression/) - Depression is a major public health problem, affecting hundreds of millions of people across the globe. The personal suffering of patients and their families is enormous and the economic costs associated with depression are vast. There are effective treatments, but they do not always work. Most people suffering from depression do not respond to the first treatment they get.
- [European Parliament Champions Mental Health Rights in New Resolution](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/european-parliament-champions-mental-health-rights-in-new-resolution/) - Parliament has set a new benchmark in mental health advocacy with its comprehensive resolution dated 12 December 2023. The Own Initiative Report, led by MEP Sara, presents a holistic approach to mental health, affirming it as a fundamental human right and addressing its multifaceted nature across the EU.
- [Mental Health Commission of Canada: leading e-mental health innovation](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/mental-health-commission-of-canada-leading-e-mental-health-innovation/) - The Mental Health Commission of Canada is setting new standards for e-mental health through national frameworks, AI guidance, and strategic partnerships. Their evidence-based leadership is driving safer, more equitable, and accessible mental health care across Canada and beyond.
- [Navigating the Future: HSE Ireland's Digital Mental Health Initiatives](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/navigating-the-future-hse-irelands-digital-mental-health-initiatives/) - The HSE is Ireland’s public health service providing health and social care services delivered through a number of National Service Delivery Divisions, which include; acute hospitals, social care, mental health, primary care, health and wellbeing and the national ambulance service.
- [Immersive Virtual Reality as a Scalable Intervention for Persistent Voices in Schizophrenia: findings from the CHALLENGE trial](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/immersive-virtual-reality-as-a-scalable-intervention-for-persistent-voices-in-schizophrenia-findings-from-the-challenge-trial/) - The CHALLENGE trial conducted by VIRTU Research Group found that a brief, avatar-based VR therapy significantly reduced distressing voices in people with schizophrenia. The intervention was safe, scalable, and well tolerated.
- [Ireland's Minister for Mental Health Launches ‘Navigator’ Signposting Tool to Support the Mental Health and Wellbeing of Young People](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/irelands-minister-for-mental-health-launches-navigator-signposting-tool-to-support-the-mental-health-and-wellbeing-of-young-people/) - Ireland has launched navigator, a new digital tool offering young people aged 14–34 personalised, anonymous access to mental health resources and support.
- [Google Launches Dual AI Initiatives for Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/google-launches-dual-ai-initiatives-for-mental-health/) - Google has launched two new initiatives to explore how AI can support mental health treatment and expand access to care globally, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
- [Government-Led Transformation: The Evolution of E-Mental Health in Newfoundland and Labrador](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/government-led-transformation-the-evolution-of-e-mental-health-in-newfoundland-and-labrador/) - Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) embarked on its e-mental health journey in 2010 when the Department of Health and Community Services began implementing e-mental health options on a small scale with a minimal budget. At that time, innovative services were explored, with calculated risks taken, that proved successful and allowed the province to grow its suite of e-mental health services incrementally.
- [Driving Responsible Change: A Way Forward with the Mental Health Commission of Canada](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/driving-responsible-change-a-way-forward-with-the-mental-health-commission-of-canada/) - Since 2007, the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) has championed new technologies to improve mental health outcomes. With our bird’s eye view of digital innovation across the country, the MHCC is uniquely placed to identify pockets of excellence and help scale them up.
- [Following Their Lead: How Kids Help Phone Built Canada’s First National, Digital, Peer-to-Peer Support Service With and For Young People ](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/following-their-lead-how-kids-help-phone-built-canadas-first-national-digital-peer-to-peer-support-service-with-and-for-young-people/) - For over 34 years, KHP demonstrated its commitment to improve youth access to mental health support, through innovation. When the organization began, we were the first national helpline to provide professional counselling directly to children and youth across Canada — based on the central belief that young people deserved a service built specifically for them. Over the years, innovation has remained central to our approach, and we have continued to evolve to reach even more young people.
- ["The Best Is Yet To Come": A Powerful Voice for Suicide Prevention and Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/the-best-is-yet-to-come-a-powerful-voice-for-suicide-prevention-and-digital-mental-health/) - Grace Curtis's new book, "The Best Is Yet To Come," launched in New Zealand Parliament, offers a hopeful message on suicide prevention and the vital role of digital mental health. Her story highlights the need for accessible mental health support and breaking stigma.
- [Mental Health’s Unfinished Digital Revolution: Scaling Beyond Substitutes and Supplements](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/mental-healths-unfinished-digital-revolution-scaling-beyond-substitutes-and-supplements/) - Digital health is at a crossroads. To truly revolutionize care, we must move beyond incremental improvements and embrace solutions that disrupt the status quo – solutions that scale globally, reduce costs, and open doors for the millions waiting to jump at accessible care.
- [Silos, Segments, and Subdivisions: Digital Health Ventures and the “Year of Reckoning”](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/silos-segments-and-subdivisions-digital-health-ventures-and-the-year-of-reckoning/) - According to data, the pandemic caused over 1.1 million American, nearly 60,000 Canadian, and over 2.2 million European deaths. Overall, over 7 million people died from the disease, and we are struggling to understand the impact of Long Covid.
- [eMHIC Takes Center Stage at the 16th International Congress on Psychopharmacology](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/emhic-takes-center-stage-at-the-16th-international-congress-on-psychopharmacology/) - eMHIC's Executive Director, Anil Thapliyal, delivered the opening keynote at the prestigious event in Antalya, Turkey, titled “Beyond the Clinic.” His talk focused on how digital solutions can enhance mental health access, particularly for vulnerable groups like refugees.
- [AVATAR: a Digital Therapy That Could Help People Who Hear Voices](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/avatar-a-digital-therapy-that-could-help-people-who-hear-voices/) - AVATAR therapy is for people who hear voices, also known as auditory hallucinations. Its success could be particularly life-changing for people with psychosis, a mental health condition that is characterised by feeling disconnected from reality. Results from the latest trial show it can reduce the voices heard by an individual, and the distress these voices can cause.
- [At Home Brain Stimulation for Depression Found to Be Safe and Effective](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/at-home-brain-stimulation-for-depression-found-to-be-safe-and-effective/) - A groundbreaking study from King’s College London reveals that home-based transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) could be a game-changer in treating depression. Published in Nature Medicine, the research shows that tDCS is not only safe and effective but may soon become a first-line treatment for those struggling with medication side effects or unable to commit to therapy.
- [The Power of Digital Lived Experiences](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/the-power-of-digital-lived-experiences/) - Imagine having access to 750+ lived experience journeys, 24/7, to guide you through life’s challenges. The Life Experience Library, launched in 2016, offers digitized personal stories that reduce stigma, boost motivation, and connect people globally. With content in over 20 languages, it's transforming how we support mental health, providing inspiration and practical insights at the touch of a button.
- [Dr. Google Starts Sharing Regular Folks’ Advice As Chatbots Loom](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/dr-google-starts-sharing-regular-folks-advice-as-chatbots-loom/) - In a quiet but significant shift, Google has begun featuring health advice from everyday people alongside expert sources — a move that raises new questions about trust, accuracy, and the evolving role of chatbots in health information.
- [3 Ways AI Could Aid Behavioral Health Screenings](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/3-ways-ai-could-aid-behavioral-health-screenings/) - AI is opening new doors in behavioral health care. The American Hospital Association highlights how it's helping to flag adolescent mental health risks, improve opioid use disorder screenings, and support therapy through chatbots—augmenting, not replacing, human clinicians.
- [Gen Z Found Its Mental Health Language in Therapy and on TikTok. Now They’re Bringing It to Work](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/gen-z-found-its-mental-health-language-in-therapy-and-on-tiktok-now-theyre-bringing-it-to-work/) - Gen Z is bringing the mental health language they’ve learned from therapy and TikTok into the workplace, influencing how organizations talk about wellbeing and support their teams.
- [Mental Health America Launches 2025 Mental Health Month Campaign](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/mental-health-america-launches-2025-mental-health-month-campaign/) - Mental Health America kicks off its 2025 campaign urging action, spotlighting new data showing 78% of screeners reported moderate to severe mental health symptoms—nearly half of them youth.
- [eMHIC25: A Global Gathering Point for the Most Trusted Minds in Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/emhic25-a-global-gathering-point-for-the-most-trusted-minds-in-digital-mental-health/) - Now in its 10th year, eMHIC25 marks a decade of global collaboration in digital mental health. This milestone event brings together the most trusted minds from across 45+ countries—including leaders from UNICEF, Google Health, and national health systems—to exchange insights, spark innovation, and drive forward ethical, accessible, and scalable mental health solutions.
- [Rethinking Mental Health When Machines Learn to Care](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/rethinking-mental-health-when-machines-learn-to-care/) - Dr. Scott Wallace (MD) examines the growing role of artificial intelligence in mental health care, highlighting its potential to extend the reach of compassionate support, reduce global disparities, and assist clinicians in delivering timely, personalized care. Rather than replacing human connection, he argues, AI can reinforce it—offering new ways to meet rising demand while preserving empathy at the heart of care.
- [Powering 24/7 Telehealth: Valentia and Whakarongorau Aotearoa Strengthen National Services Through Cloud Innovation](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/powering-24-7-telehealth-valentia-and-whakarongorau-aotearoa-strengthen-national-services-through-cloud-innovation/) - Each day, over 5,000 people across Aotearoa rely on Whakarongorau Aotearoa for essential health and wellbeing support. Now, with a seamless cloud migration to Microsoft Azure led by Valentia Technologies, this lifeline is more secure, scalable, and ready for the future—ensuring uninterrupted care for New Zealanders, whenever they need it most.
- [Building Bridges in Digital Mental Health: eMHIC Hosts Historic Roundtable at Cardiff Castle](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/building-bridges-in-digital-mental-health-emhic-hosts-historic-roundtable-at-cardiff-castle/) - eMHIC, in collaboration with Digital Health and Care Wales and NHS Wales, hosted its latest Digital Mental Health Roundtable on May 7, 2025, at the iconic Cardiff Castle. The event brought together experts from Wales and around the world to explore digital mental health strategy, AI integration, and improving access to timely care.
- [New NOURISH Initiative Seeks to Achieve Equitable Wellbeing for All](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/new-nourish-initiative-seeks-to-achieve-equitable-wellbeing-for-all/) - A bold new global initiative, NOURISH aims to achieve equitable wellbeing for all by centering Indigenous knowledge, compassion, and systemic change through a “whole person, whole systems” approach.
- [Want to Keep Your Child Safe on TikTok? Start with These Smart Tips](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/want-to-keep-your-child-safe-on-tiktok-start-with-these-smart-tips/) - Wondering how to keep your child safe on TikTok? This guide for parents covers essential privacy settings, how to use TikTok’s Family Pairing feature, and the importance of open communication about online experiences.
- [“Wicked Problems,” Bold Solutions: What Ireland Can Teach the World About Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/wicked-problems-bold-solutions-what-ireland-can-teach-the-world-about-digital-mental-health/) - At a high-level roundtable in Dublin, leaders from Ireland, Canada, New Zealand, and beyond came together to explore how digital strategy and AI can transform mental health systems—improving access, easing workforce strain, and embedding lived experience at every level. Hosted by the Department of Health, HSE, and eMHIC, the event signaled a shift from piecemeal innovation to strategic, system-wide transformation.
- [From Clinical Practice to Global Governance: Mapping the Path of Digital Mental Health Reform (2022–2025)](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/from-clinical-practice-to-global-governance-mapping-the-path-of-digital-mental-health-reform-2022-2025/) - Juanjo Martí Noguera captures the evolution from early-stage support for clinicians to global digital mental health governance. The article maps key developments between 2022–2025, including the 5P Model and the proposed role of Digital Behavioral Health Experts, aligned with WHO’s AI for Health strategy.
- [Celebrating the Future of Mental Health: Introducing the AI Innovation in Digital Mental Health Award](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-events/celebrating-the-future-of-mental-health-introducing-the-ai-innovation-in-digital-mental-health-award/) - eMHIC has introduced a new category in its 2025 Global Awards—the AI Innovation in Digital Mental Health Award, sponsored by Core Solutions. This award recognizes innovators using artificial intelligence to transform mental health care in ethical, impactful, and community-centered ways. Applications are now open.
- [eMHPrac: Supporting National Implementation of Digital Mental Health in Australia](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/emhprac-supporting-national-implementation-of-digital-mental-health-in-australia/) - Australia’s eMHPrac program is a national, government-funded initiative that is advancing workforce capability and policy alignment to support the sustainable integration of digital mental health across Australia’s primary care system.
- [First Clinical Trial of AI Therapy Chatbot Shows Promising Mental Health Outcomes](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/first-clinical-trial-of-ai-therapy-chatbot-shows-promising-mental-health-outcomes/) - A recent clinical trial by Dartmouth researchers found that Therabot, a generative AI-powered therapy chatbot, significantly reduced symptoms of depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. Participants reported improvements comparable to traditional therapy, highlighting Therabot's potential to expand access to mental health support. However, researchers emphasize the need for clinician oversight.
- [UNICEF Unveils New Adolescent Mental Health Hub for Global Youth](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/unicef-unveils-new-adolescent-mental-health-hub-for-global-youth/) - UNICEF recently launched the Adolescent Mental Health Hub, a global platform designed to support policymakers, practitioners, caregivers, and young people with evidence-based resources and tools. Focused on prevention and early intervention, the Hub aims to strengthen mental health systems, foster collaboration, and create environments where adolescents and their caregivers can thrive.
- [Call for Participants: Culturally Adapted i-CBT for Farsi/Dari-Speaking Young Migrants with Mild to Moderate Mental Health Challenges](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/call-for-participants-culturally-adapted-i-cbt-for-farsi-dari-speaking-young-migrants-with-mild-to-moderate-mental-health-challenges/) - Refugees face unique mental health challenges, and receiving therapy in their own language is often difficult due to barriers like limited access to therapists and interpreters. To address this, researchers developed Raha, an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program tailored for Farsi/Dari-speaking refugees.
- [WHO-Backed Digital Mental Health Intervention Scales Up Depression Support in Lebanon](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/who-backed-digital-mental-health-intervention-scales-up-depression-support-in-lebanon/) - This Elrha case study highlights how the WHO, Lebanon’s Ministry of Public Health, the National Mental Health Programme, and International Medical Corps scaled up Step-by-Step — a digital tool for depression. Proven effective and affordable, the program is now part of Lebanon’s national system and has reached thousands of people.
- [Health Technology Assessment: Virtual Solutions for Depression and Anxiety](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/health-technology-assessment-virtual-solutions-for-depression-and-anxiety/) - Depression and anxiety affect over 1 in 5 U.S. adults. Despite increased screening, access to effective treatment remains limited. In response, virtual mental health solutions are emerging to close this gap by offering accessible, scalable care options. PHTI conducted an independent evaluation of these tools to assess their clinical effectiveness and economic value.
- [AI Therapy May Help with Mental Health, but Innovation Should Never Outpace Ethics](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/ai-therapy-may-help-with-mental-health-but-innovation-should-never-outpace-ethics/) - AI therapy tools can improve mental health access, but experts warn ethics must keep pace to ensure safety, empathy, and equity.
- [How AI Could Expand and Improve Access to Mental Health Treatment](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/how-ai-could-expand-and-improve-access-to-mental-health-treatment/) - AI is emerging as a common tool to expand mental health care access post-COVID, especially in underserved regions. With 85% of people going untreated, the article shares data from WHO and Oliver Wyman and calls for ethical, human-guided use.
- [Addressing the Digital Determinants of Youth Mental Health and Well-being: Policy Brief](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/addressing-the-digital-determinants-of-youth-mental-health-and-well-being-policy-brief/) - This WHO Regional Office for Europe policy brief focuses on improving mental health for children and adolescents. It highlights early intervention, better access to care, and collaborative efforts to build resilience in young people.
- [“I'm Not a Tool — and You're Supposed to Be the Professional.” Conversations with AI on Misalignment, Therapy, and Trust](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/im-not-a-tool-and-youre-supposed-to-be-the-professional-conversations-with-ai-on-misalignment-therapy-and-trust/) - AI isn’t just a tool; it’s reshaping the way we approach professional conversations. This thought-provoking piece explores how AI can elevate human connection, not replace it, and what that means for the future of communication at work.
- [WHO Innovations in Psychological Interventions: Advancing Global Mental Health Care](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/who-innovations-in-psychological-interventions-advancing-global-mental-health-care/) - The World Health Organization offers a range of online resources highlighting innovative psychological interventions that improve mental health care worldwide. These tools support better access and treatment for people with mental health and substance use challenges.
- [From Innovation to Impact: The Recent Evolution of Strongest Families Institute](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/from-innovation-to-impact-the-recent-evolution-of-strongest-families-institute/) - Strongest Families Institute (SFI) is a Canadian charity delivering evidence-based e-mental health care to all ages. Backed by 20+ years of research, its bilingual programs use phone and app support to provide accessible, stigma-free help at home.
- [AI & Mental Health: Key Outcomes from Spain's First National Workshop](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/ai-mental-health-key-outcomes-from-spains-first-national-workshop/) - Explore key insights from "AI & Mental Health: No Turning Back," Spain's pioneering national workshop held on May 29th, 2025. This collaborative event with Google for Startups highlights crucial discussions on AI governance in mental health, the need for ethical AI frameworks, and the development of integrated AI mental health models. Access a comprehensive summary report, event videos, and a full playlist of subtitled workshop content to understand the international implications of AI in mental healthcare.
- [How Digital Mental Health Tools Can Address the Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation: 7 Key Insights from the U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory](https://emhicglobal.com/resources/how-digital-mental-health-tools-can-address-the-epidemic-of-loneliness-and-isolation-7-key-insights-from-the-u-s-surgeon-generals-advisory/) - The U.S. Surgeon General's 2023 Advisory identifies loneliness as a global health crisis, linking it to various health risks. It provides crucial guidance for digital mental health, emphasizing technology's role in fostering social connection through intentional design, equitable access, and integrating online and offline support to combat this "design problem".
- [Vimbo Health: From Lived Experience to Building for Home](https://emhicglobal.com/case-studies/vimbo-health-from-lived-experience-to-building-for-home/) - Vimbo Health, co-founded by Tafi Mazikana and Sherrie Steyn, offers accessible, culturally-adapted digital mental health support for Africa. Inspired by Tafi's own experience with digital therapy, their Vimbo Health App uses CBT principles for depression and anxiety, with a focus on low-data usage. A pilot study in South Africa confirmed its effectiveness. Vimbo Health aims to impact one million lives by 2030, promoting stepped-care models and localized, evidence-based solutions.
- [The Big 5 - Simple Actions, Serious Science](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/the-big-5-simple-actions-serious-science/) - Discover MindSpot Australia's The Big 5: five simple actions with serious science behind them. This article explores five key behaviours, meaningful activities, healthy thinking, goals and plans, healthy routines, and social connections, that are consistently linked to lower symptoms of anxiety and depression. Backed by clinical trials and real-world evidence, The Big 5 offers a simple, practical way to take control of your mental health, one small action at a time. Learn how consistent behaviours backed by science can support real, lasting improvements in mental wellbeing.
- [Developing Responsible AI for the Mental Health of Young People](https://emhicglobal.com/expert-opinions/developing-responsible-ai-for-the-mental-health-of-young-people/) - Caroline Figueroa's work at Delft University of Technology focuses on Developing Responsible AI for the Mental Health of Young People. She stresses that for AI to truly benefit adolescents, it must be co-designed directly with them. Her research, including a Harkness Fellowship, will lead to policy recommendations for ethical AI for youth mental health, ensuring these tools meet young people's actual needs and concerns, rather than being developed in isolation.
- [Social Media and Youth Depression: A Causal Link?](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/social-media-and-youth-depression-a-causal-link/) - A UCSF study reveals a direct, causal link between increased social media use and rising depressive symptoms in preteens. With screen time surging, youth mental health is impacted, highlighting the role of factors like cyberbullying and the urgent need for healthier digital habits to protect adolescent well-being.
- [US Bill to Boost Student Mental Health: The Improving Mental Health Access for Students Act](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/us-bill-to-boost-student-mental-health-the-improving-mental-health-access-for-students-act/) - A new bipartisan US bill aims to boost student mental health by requiring college IDs (or websites) to display contacts for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (988), Crisis Text Line, and campus mental health centers. This Improving Mental Health Access for Students Act directly addresses the urgent youth mental health crisis, making critical support more accessible.
- [NHS England Launches New Mental Health Crisis Centers to Reduce A&E Waits](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/nhs-england-launches-new-mental-health-crisis-centers-to-reduce-ae-waits/) - NHS England is launching a significant decade-long initiative: specialized mental health crisis centers nationwide. This aims to revolutionize urgent mental health support, directly easing A&E overcrowding and ensuring timely access to care.
- [Advancing Global Mental Health: Anil Thapliyal's Insights from China and Taiwan's Inspiring Digital Transformation](https://emhicglobal.com/global-news/advancing-global-mental-health-anil-thapliyals-insights-from-china-and-taiwans-inspiring-digital-transformation/) - Anil Thapliyal, Executive Director of the eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC), recently embarked on a truly inspiring work programme through China and Taiwan. What he found wasn't just technological advancement, but a profound commitment to transforming mental health care at a human level—a vibrant tapestry woven with digital innovation and compassionate connection, poised to redefine well-being for millions.
- [Balancing Risks and Benefits: Clinicians’ Perspectives on the Use of Generative AI Chatbots in Mental Healthcare](https://emhicglobal.com/latest-research/balancing-risks-and-benefits-clinicians-perspectives-on-the-use-of-generative-ai-chatbots-in-mental-healthcare/) - A new study explores how mental health clinicians view generative AI chatbots in care. Clinicians see both promise and risk in using AI chatbots, highlighting the need for caution, regulation, and human oversight.

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- [MOH Office for Healthcare Transformation (MOHT) & Institute for Mental Health (IMH)](https://emhicglobal.com/moh-office-for-healthcare-transformation-moht-institute-for-mental-health-imh/) - Digital Mental Health Hall of Fame COUNTRY LEADERSHIP AWARD SINGAPORE 2024 LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE IN DIGITAL MENTAL HEALTH IMPLEMENTATION Project Hopes MOH OFFICE FOR HEALTHCARE TRANSFORMATION (MOHT) & INSTITUTE FOR MENTAL HEALTH (IMH) MOH Office for Healthcare Transformation Institute for Mental Health (IMF) The 2024 recipients of the Country Leadership Award for Singapore are MOHT &
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- [The Strategic Programme for Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/the-strategic-programme-for-mental-health/) - Digital Mental Health Hall of Fame COUNTRY LEADERSHIP AWARD WALES 2024 for Leadership Excellence in Digital Mental Health Implementation The Strategic Programme for Mental Health THE TEAM FROM NHS WALES NHS WALESVisit the website >> The 2024 recipient of the Country Leadership Award for Wales is The Strategic Programme for Mental Health and the Team
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- [Professor Andy Greenshaw](https://emhicglobal.com/professor-andy-greenshaw/) - Digital Mental Health Hall of Fame LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 2024 PROFESSOR ANDY GREENSHAW 2024 for Progressing the Digital Mental Health Domain Globally Professor Andy Greenshaw PROFESSOR OF PSYCHIATRY & NEUROSCIENCE, FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY, UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA This year, we acknowledge Professor Andy Greenshaw with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Andy has made an outstanding contribution
- [Kristofer Vernmark](https://emhicglobal.com/kristofer-vernmark/) - eMental Health Hall of Fame SWEDEN NATIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD 2022 LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE IN eMENTAL HEALTH IMPLEMENTATION Kristofer Vernmark NETWORK FOR DIGITAL PSYCHOLOGISTS, SWEDEN NETWORK FOR DIGITAL PSYCHOLOGISTShttps://www.psykologforbundet.se/foreningar-och-natverk/natverk/natverk-digitala-psykologer/ The 2022 recipient of the Implementation Leadership Award for Sweden is Kristofer Vernmark. Our award recipient is a truly remarkable guy – a combination of a psychologist and Dr.
- [Ross & Arden Tomison](https://emhicglobal.com/ross-arden-tomison/) - eMental Health Hall of Fame UNITED KINGDOM NATIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD 2022 LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE IN eMENTAL HEALTH IMPLEMENTATION Ross & Arden Tomison THALAMOS, UK THALAMOShttps://www.thalamos.co.uk/ The recipients of the 2022 National Leadership Award for the United Kingdom are co-founders of Thalamos, Arden and Ross Tomison.Mental health legislation is hardly a scintillating topic for most people. It
- [Ramakant Vempati & Jo Aggarwal](https://emhicglobal.com/ramakant-vempati-jo-aggarwal/) - eMental Health Hall of Fame USA NATIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD 2022 LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE IN eMENTAL HEALTH IMPLEMENTATION Ramakant Vempati & Jo Aggarwal WYSA, USA WYSAhttps://www.wysa.io/ The recipients of the 2022 Implementation Leadership Award for the United States are co-founders of Wysa, Ramakant Vempati and Jo Aggarwal.Ramakant and Jo had a vision to make mental health easy
- [ORCHA](https://emhicglobal.com/orcha/) - eMental Health Hall of Fame GLOBAL IMPACT LEADERSHIP AWARD 2022 LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE IN eMENTAL HEALTH IMPLEMENTATION ORCHA ORCHAhttps://orchahealth.com/ The 2022 recipient of the Global Impact Award is ORCHA (Organisation for the Review and Care of Health Apps).As we strive to improve patient care and empower clinical teams to innovate and advance practice, one of the
- [Nicholas Watters](https://emhicglobal.com/nicholas-watters/) - eMental Health Hall of Fame LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT INTERNATIONAL AWARD 2022 LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE IN eMENTAL HEALTH DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION Nicholas Watters MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION OF CANADA MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION OF CANADAhttps://mentalhealthcommission.ca/ The recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award for eMental Health Development and Implementation is Nicholas Watters, Director, Access to Quality Mental Health Services at Mental
- [Professor Jo Robinson](https://emhicglobal.com/professor-jo-robinson/) - eMental Health Hall of Fame LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE INTERNATIONAL AWARD 2021 Australia eMENTAL HEALTH IMPLEMENTATION Professor Jo Robinson Head, Suicide Prevention Research, Orygen Orygenwww.orygen.org.au We know that the way we report on and communicate about suicide publicly can have an impact on people’s attitudes and behaviours, with unsafe communication associated with increases in suicidal behaviour. We also
- [Tane Cassidy](https://emhicglobal.com/tane-cassidy/) - eMental Health Hall of Fame LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE INTERNATIONAL AWARD 2021 New Zealand eMENTAL HEALTH IMPLEMENTATION Tane Cassidy CEO, Te Hiringa Hauora/Health Promotion Agency Te Hiringa Hauorawww.hpa.org.nz Tane has brought immense energy, creative thinking and courage to enable people, their whānau/family and communities to support their health and wellbeing. Importantly, he has woven Māori and Pasifika world
- [Karl Metzler](https://emhicglobal.com/karl-metzler/) - eMental Health Hall of Fame LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE INTERNATIONAL AWARD 2021 New Zealand eMENTAL HEALTH IMPLEMENTATION Karl Metzler CEO, Gore Health Ltd Gore Health | Te Hauora o Marua Waiwww.gorehealth.co.nz Referees for Karl told us of the many innovation projects he has led, and that they have been particularly impressed by his leadership in eHealth and
- [Louise Bradley](https://emhicglobal.com/louise-bradley/) - eMental Health Hall of Fame LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE INTERNATIONAL AWARD 2021 Canada eMENTAL HEALTH IMPLEMENTATION Louise Bradley President and CEO, Mental Health Commission of Canada Mental Health Commission of Canadawww.mentalhealthcommission.ca Louise has dedicated her professional life to improving the mental health of the people of her country.Her referees told us that her forward-thinking leadership has resulted
- [Karen Evison](https://emhicglobal.com/karen-evison/) - eMental Health Hall of Fame LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE INTERNATIONAL AWARD 2021 New Zealand eMENTAL HEALTH IMPLEMENTATION Karen Evison Director, Strategy, Planning and Funding, Lakes District Health Board Lakes District Health Boardwww.lakesdhb.govt.nz Karen’s referees told us of her unique ability to be forward thinking and able to recognize interventions that are needed to support an overstretched healthcare
- [Niki Legge](https://emhicglobal.com/niki-legge/) - eMental Health Hall of Fame LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE INTERNATIONAL AWARD 2021 Canada eMENTAL HEALTH IMPLEMENTATION Niki Legge Director, Mental Health and Addictions, Department of Health and Community Services(with special mention to the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador) Government of Newfoundland and Labradorwww.gov.nl.ca Referees for Niki told us that you could not find a more worthy candidate.
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## Files

- [2022 Congress Sponsorship Prospectus](https://emhicglobal.com/mp-files/2022-congress-sponsorship-prospectus.pdf/)
- [Membership Desk Top Card](https://emhicglobal.com/mp-files/membership-desk-top-card.pdf/)
- [Position Statement - Ethics and Law of eMental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/mp-files/position-statement-ethics-and-law-of-emental-health.pdf/)
- [Digital Membership Badge](https://emhicglobal.com/mp-files/membership-badge.png/)
- [eMHIC Membership Certificate](https://emhicglobal.com/mp-files/emhic-membership-certificate.pdf/)

## Awards

- [Dr Ken Carswell 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-ken-carswell-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Global Impact Award is Dr Ken Carswell. Dr Ken Carswell exemplifies global leadership that turns simple, scalable tools into real-world mental health care. Guided by evidence and equity, his work has brought digital self-help and remote delivery to people who would otherwise have limited access, safely, affordably, and at scale.
- [LIO 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/lio-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the AI Innovation in Digital Mental Health Award is LIO. LIO is a groundbreaking platform that is redefining how inpatient mental health care is delivered through the power of artificial intelligence. The platform combines digital rounding, ambient monitoring, and compliance reporting into a single, purpose-built, contactless solution. It empowers frontline teams
- [AI Innovation in Digital Mental Health Award](https://emhicglobal.com/award/ai-innovation-in-digital-mental-health-award/) - About the AI Innovation in Digital Mental Health Award This award was founded on a guiding question: As artificial intelligence transforms every aspect of healthcare, how do we ensure it elevates mental health care in the right way? The answer became our purpose—to recognize and celebrate leaders who are advancing AI in mental health with
- [Mark Fleming 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/mark-fleming-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for Scotland is Mark Fleming. In Scotland, a frontline nurse has turned digital expertise into safer, more aligned care. After years in hospital and community settings, Mark Fleming was seconded to build integrated care pathways so patients would not need to retell painful stories and clinicians would
- [Health Promotion Board 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/health-promotion-board/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for Singapore is the Health Promotion Board. In Singapore, visionary leadership has transformed sleep into a powerful tool for national well-being. Guided by a clear mission to build a healthier nation, the Health Promotion Board has championed person-centred design, bold innovation, and a steadfast commitment to excellence.
- [Mental Health America 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/mental-health-america-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for the USA is Mental Health America. Across the United States, leadership is closing the gap between awareness and action. Guided by people with lived experience, Mental Health America ensures that mental health support is accessible, equitable, and timely on a national scale. Since 2014, their free,
- [Women Support Initiative Forum - 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/women-support-initiative-forum-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for Bangladesh is the Women Support Initiative Forum. In Bangladesh, a grassroots, women-led movement is turning digital connection into vital care. In a context where stigma, distance, and cost prevent many from accessing help, the Women Support Initiative Forum has built safe, trusted spaces for women to
- [Professor David Clark - Talking Therapies 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/professor-david-clark-talking-therapies-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for England is Professor David Clark for Talking Therapies. From England comes a story of system-wide transformation, where science meets access and outcomes speak louder than promises. Guided by a simple goal of fast, effective help for anxiety and depression, Professor David Clark has made talking therapies
- [Dr Vincent Agyapong 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-vincent-agyapong-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for Canada is Dr Vincent Agyapong, for the Global Psychological eHealth Foundation. In Canada, a simple text has become a lifeline, offering connection and support at critical moments. Led by a clinician-scientist and systems thinker, this work pairs rigorous research with real-world relevance so that help reaches
- [Jimmy Westerheim 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/jimmy-westerheim-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for Norway is Jimmy Westerheim. In Norway, lived experience has become a library of hope, made digital, accessible, and powerfully human. From a childhood marked by isolation and suicidality, Jimmy Westerheim created a platform that shares structured video stories of how people face and overcome mental health
- [29k Foundation 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/29k-foundation-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for Sweden is the 29k Foundation. In Sweden, digital design meets evidence and empathy to create a safe space for people to grow and connect. Guided by psychologists, the 29k Foundation built a digital platform for inner development that combines self-guided learning with live, moderated sessions. Accessible
- [Dr Nahida Ahmed](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-nahida-ahmed/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi is Dr Nahida Ahmed. In the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, mental health reform is being led with both strategy and heart. Dr Nahida Ahmed has modernised services across the system by training general practitioners, improving electronic medical records, launching telepsychiatry, and
- [Ananda Galappatti 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/ananda-galappatti-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for Sri Lanka is Ananda Galappatti. In Sri Lanka, community wisdom and digital ingenuity are reshaping how mental health care is delivered during times of crisis and recovery. For over three decades, Ananda Galappatti has turned collective action into systems of care. He mobilised 70 organisations in
- [Juliët Holtschlag 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/juliet-holtschlag-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for the Netherlands is Juliët Holtschlag. In the Netherlands, lived experience is driving national policy, product development, and clinical standards, ensuring that digital mental health is safe, inclusive, and human. At the heart of this leadership is a deep commitment to co-creation. From the outset, Juliët Holtschlag
- [Dr Ruth Melia 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-ruth-melia-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for Ireland is Dr Ruth Melia. In Ireland, research, policy, and practice converge to make mental health care more accessible, inclusive, and impactful. Dr Ruth Melia is bridging disciplines and sectors to ensure that evidence-based innovation translates into tools people can trust and use. Her work spans
- [Dr Noel Reyes 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-noel-reyes-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for the Philippines is Dr Noel Reyes. In the Philippines, practical leadership is modernising mental health care at the national level. At the helm of the National Center for Mental Health, Dr Noel Reyes blends clinical expertise with system reform, making services faster, safer, and smarter. Having
- [Rachel Green 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/rachel-green-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for Australia is Rachel Green. In Australia, lived experience and digital design are reshaping how mental health support is delivered. Guided by a simple idea of timely, tailored, human care, Rachel Green turns innovation into everyday help. At the helm of SANE Australia, she led the co-design
- [Dr Sandeep Vohra 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-sandeep-vohra-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for India is Dr Sandeep Vohra. From India comes a story where clinical care and digital innovation come together to ensure support is timely, affordable, and stigma-aware. For over three decades, Dr Sandeep Vohra has bridged hospital practice, research, and public education, bringing trusted mental health support
- [Dr Juan José Martí Noguera 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-juan-jose-marti-noguera-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for Spain is Dr Juan José Martí Noguera. In Spain, leadership is laying the foundation for a mental health ecosystem where innovation is ethical, inclusive, and ready for real life. Dr Juan José Martí Noguera puts people first while advancing systems and standards that ensure trust, safety,
- [Dr Guan Weili 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-guan-weili-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for China is Dr Guan Weili. In China, vision and collaboration have reshaped the mental health ecosystem, combining technology, talent, and community to deliver help more quickly and effectively. Dr Guan Weili has spearheaded AI-assisted diagnostics, neuromodulation wearables, and culturally adapted digital platforms that make mental health
- [Darya Rostam Ahmed 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/darya-rostam-ahmed-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for Iraq is Darya Rostam Ahmed. In Iraq, courageous leadership is transforming mental health care in some of the most challenging contexts. Where obstacles are immense, Darya Rostam Ahmed turns innovation into lifelines. He developed Iraq’s first Kurdish-language AI chatbot for mental health, providing psychoeducation, screening, and
- [Dr John Torous 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-john-torous-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award is Dr John Torous. Dr John Torous is a pioneer whose work has made digital mental health more ethical, equitable, and profoundly human-centred. Bridging engineering and psychiatry, he has not only built tools but also made them accessible to all. He created a Digital Literacy Curriculum that
- [Michel Rodrigue 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/michel-rodrigue-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award is Michel Rodrigue. Michel Rodrigue has turned innovation into access and access into meaningful impact. For decades, he has championed digital technology not as a shortcut, but as a bridge, connecting people to evidence-based, person-centred support wherever they live. With strategic foresight and uncommon empathy, he brought
- [Dr Daniel Fung 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-daniel-fung-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award is Dr Daniel Fung. Dr Daniel Fung is a visionary who has spent decades turning smart ideas into real-world care that is earlier, fairer, and closer to home. As a child and adolescent psychiatrist and CEO of Singapore’s Institute of Mental Health, he bridges clinic and technology
- [The Honourable Katherine Hay](https://emhicglobal.com/award/the-honourable-katherine-hay/) - The 2025 recipient of the Global Impact Award is The Honourable Katherine Hay. Across borders and time zones, The Honourable Katherine Hay has shown that when youth needs meet data-driven design, access transforms at scale. At Kids Help Phone, she led the shift from charity-based services to a tech-enabled, 24/7, multilingual e-mental health platform, reaching
- [Dr Megan Jones Bell 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-megan-jones-bell-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Global Impact Award is Dr Megan Jones Bell. Dr Megan Jones Bell demonstrates how technology can widen the circle of mental health care, making support safe, equitable, and scalable. At Google, she leads health experts across products to embed mental health into everyday tools, advancing ethical AI research, policy, partnerships,
- [Dr Judy Kuriansky 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-judy-kuriansky-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Global Impact Award is Dr Judy Kuriansky. Dr Judy Kuriansky has been a first responder to some of the world’s most difficult crises, bringing mental health and psychosocial support where it was needed most. From the Ebola outbreak in West Africa to the tsunami in Japan, she has worked on
- [Krista Vanderheide 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/krista-vanderheide-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award is Krista Vanderheide. Krista Vanderheide is a passionate social policy executive whose decades of leadership have shaped mental health care across Australia. With extensive experience in senior roles within both the Australian Commonwealth Government and the Victorian State Government, she has consistently championed the wellbeing of vulnerable
- [Dr Khulood Alsayegh 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-khulood-alsayegh-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for the Emirate of Dubai is Dr Khulood Alsayegh. In Dubai, policy and platforms are coming together to expand access to care. At the Dubai Health Authority, Dr Khulood Alsayegh established the Emirate’s first governmental telehealth service, Doctor for Every Citizen, delivering thousands of consultations, including mental
- [Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/digital-health-and-care-wales-dhcw-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Country Leadership Award for Wales is Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW). Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) is an expert national body and part of NHS Wales, working in partnership with NHS colleagues and other key stakeholders to provide national digital and data services that support the delivery of
- [VIRTU Research Group and Heka VR 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/virtu-research-group-and-heka-vr-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for Denmark is jointly awarded to Heka VR and the VIRTU Research Group. In Denmark, collaboration has become a powerful catalyst for turning scientific innovation into compassionate care for people with severe mental illness. Two remarkable teams are using virtual reality not as a novelty, but as
- [Dr Janice Wilson 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-janice-wilson-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award is Dr Janice Wilson. Dr Janice Wilson is a leader whose steady hand has turned vision into system-wide change, bridging policy, practice, and people to make care safer, fairer, and more effective across Aotearoa New Zealand. A psychiatrist by training and a reformer at heart, she led
- [Dr Yuan‑Hwa Chou 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-yuan‑hwa-chou-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for Taiwan is Dr Yuan‑Hwa Chou. In Taiwan, neuroscience, technology, and design converge to create earlier, more personalised care. At Taichung Veterans General Hospital, Dr Yuan‑Hwa Chou built two pillars of national innovation: the Human Brain Research Center and a Virtual Mental Health Center. His teams use
- [Ember Innovations 2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award/ember-innovations-2025/) - The 2025 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award for New Zealand is Ember Innovations. In New Zealand, innovation is a team sport. Ember Innovations turns bold, lived experience-led ideas into real-world services, using digital technology to improve mental wellbeing and addiction recovery. Their approach is collaborative and courageous. They connect founders and frontline teams with
- [Louise Bradley](https://emhicglobal.com/award/louise-bradley/) - President and CEO, Mental Health Commission of Canada
- [Karl Metzler](https://emhicglobal.com/award/karl-metzler/) - CEO, Gore Health Ltd, New Zealand
- [Niki Legge](https://emhicglobal.com/award/niki-legge/) - Director, Mental Health and Addictions, Department of Health and Community Services, Canada
- [Karen Evison](https://emhicglobal.com/award/karen-evison/) - Director, Strategy, Planning and Funding, Lakes District Health Board, New Zealand
- [Fran Silvestri](https://emhicglobal.com/award/fran-silvestri/) - President and CEO, International Initiative for Mental Health Leadership (IIMHL), USA
- [Derek McCormack](https://emhicglobal.com/award/derek-mccormack/) - Vice-Chancellor of AUT, New Zealand
- [Corey McCann](https://emhicglobal.com/award/corey-mccann/) - CEO, Pear Therapeutics, USA
- [Dr Peter Cornish](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-peter-cornish/) - Founder, Stepped Care 2.0, Canada
- [Tane Cassidy](https://emhicglobal.com/award/tane-cassidy/) - CEO Te Hiringa Hauora/Health Promotion Agency, New Zealand
- [Professor Jo Robinson](https://emhicglobal.com/award/professor-jo-robinson/) - Head, Suicide Prevention Research, Orygen, Australia
- [Henry Jones](https://emhicglobal.com/award/henry-jones/) - CEO, Togetherall, UK
- [Dr Cecilia Svanborg](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-cecilia-svanborg/) - Managing Director, Internet Psychiatry Clinic, Sweden
- [Ing-Marie Wieselgren](https://emhicglobal.com/award/ing-marie-wieselgren/) - In memory. Psychiatrist and National Coordinator for Psychiatric Issues in Sweden
- [Nicholas Watters](https://emhicglobal.com/award/nicholas-watters/) - Director of Access, Mental Health Commission of Canada
- [ORCHA](https://emhicglobal.com/award/orcha/) - Organisation for the Review and Care of Health Apps
- [Beverly Azucena](https://emhicglobal.com/award/beverly-azucena/) - National Center for Mental Health, Philippines
- [Dr Christopher Cheok Cheng Soon](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-christopher-cheok-cheng-soon/) - Institute of Mental Health, Singapore
- [Anna Elders](https://emhicglobal.com/award/anna-elders/) - Clinical Lead, Just a Thought, New Zealand
- [Ramakant Vempati & Jo Aggarwal](https://emhicglobal.com/award/ramakant-vempati-jo-aggarwal/) - Co-Founders, Wysa, USA
- [Dr Patricia Lingley-Pottie](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-patricia-lingley-pottie/) - Dr Patricia Lingley-PottieCo-founder & CEO, Strongest Families Institute, Canada
- [Ashley de Silva](https://emhicglobal.com/award/ashley-de-silva/) - ReachOut, Australia
- [Ross & Arden Tomison](https://emhicglobal.com/award/ross-arden-tomison/) - Founders, Thalamos, UK
- [Kristofer Vernmark](https://emhicglobal.com/award/kristofer-vernmark/) - Founder, Network for Digital Psychologists, Sweden
- [Professor. Andrew Greenshaw](https://emhicglobal.com/award/professor-andrew-greenshaw/) - Progressing the Digital Mental Health Domain Development Globally
- [Gregor Henderson](https://emhicglobal.com/award/gregor-henderson/) - In Loving Memory of Gregor for Progressing the Digital Mental Health Domain Development Globally
- [Headstrong](https://emhicglobal.com/award/headstrong/) - Health New Zealand and University of Auckland
- [Professor Lucita Lazo](https://emhicglobal.com/award/professor-lucita-lazo/) - President, World Association for Psychosocial Rehabilitation - Philippines
- [Kooth](https://emhicglobal.com/award/kooth/) - Kate Newhouse, COO and Executive Director Kooth plc.
- [Dr. David Wiljer](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-david-wiljer/) - University Health Network (UHN)
- [Dr. M Tasdik Hasan](https://emhicglobal.com/award/dr-m-tasdik-hasan/) - Dr. M Tasdik HasanCaring for your mental health [Shurokkhay Manoshik Shashtho/ সুরক্ষায় মানসিক স্বাস্থ্য]LEARN MORE
- [Derek Chambers](https://emhicglobal.com/award/derek-chambers/) - Health Service Executive (HSE)
- [Strategic Programme for Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/award/strategic-programme-for-mental-health/) - NHS Wales
- [Emmy Bertholdsson and Annika Nilsson](https://emhicglobal.com/award/emmy-bertholdsson-and-annika-nilsson/) - Bup Skåne Online
- [Lifeline Australia](https://emhicglobal.com/award/lifeline-australia/) - On The Line Australia Amalgamation
- [Glen Moriarty](https://emhicglobal.com/award/glen-moriarty/) - 7 Cups
- [Marie Paldam Folker](https://emhicglobal.com/award/marie-paldam-folker/) - Center for Digital Psykiatri, Sweden
- [Ministry of Health Office for Healthcare Transformation (MOHT) & Institute for Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/award/office-for-healthcare-transformation-institute-for-mental-health/) - Project Hopes
- [Chris Wright](https://emhicglobal.com/award/chris-wright/) - The Scottish Government
- [Mental Health Commission of Canada](https://emhicglobal.com/award/mental-health-commission-of-canada/) - Digital Mental Health Strategy & Policy
- [Unicef](https://emhicglobal.com/award/unicef/) - Digital Mental Health Innovations for Adolescent and Youth in Low-to-Middle Income Countries

## Board Members

- [Charles Curie](https://emhicglobal.com/board-member/charles-curie/) - Charles G. Curie is the principal and founder of The Curie Group, LLC, a management and consulting firm specializing in working with national and international leaders in public and private healthcare, particularly Mental Health (MH) services and substance use (SU) treatment and prevention arenas, to facilitate the transformation of services and to attain increasingly positive
- [Michel Rodrigue](https://emhicglobal.com/board-member/michel-rodrigue/) - Michel joined the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) in 2015, bringing a wealth of management experience and a unique mix of expertise in performance management, stakeholder relations, finance and accounting, and communications. In his former role as MHCC’s Vice President of Organizational Performance and Public Affairs, Michel brought these elements together as the architect
- [Anil Thapliyal](https://emhicglobal.com/board-member/anil-thapliyal/) - Anil Thapliyal is well known for pioneering the design, development and implementation of well-known eMental Health initiatives around the globe. His reputation is built on the ground-breaking work for New Zealand, Canada, USA and Australia in the areas of strategy, policy and implementation of scalable eMental Health solutions such as the National Depression Initiative (The
- [Taimi Allan](https://emhicglobal.com/board-member/taimi-allan/) - Taimi Allan is the Mental Health Commissioner for South Australia, widely respected for her compassionate, future-focused leadership and her deep commitment to inclusion, lived experience, and meaningful systems change. Her work is grounded in her own recovery from complex mental health challenges, including suicidality and a strong belief in the power of hope, dignity, and
- [David Codyre FRANZCP (1989)](https://emhicglobal.com/board-member/david-codyre-franzcp-1989/) - David is a psychiatrist who has spent the last 23 years leading development of primary/community mental health and addiction (MH&A) services in Aotearoa/NZ. His longstanding interest and involvement in early intervention services for MH&A needs, and population level solutions to meeting these needs, inevitably lead him to become involved in exploring digital solutions from the
- [Sean Duggan](https://emhicglobal.com/board-member/sean-duggan/) - Sean Duggan joined the Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust as Chair on 1 April2024, transforming mental health services from hospital to home, analogue to digitaland illness to prevention. Sean also manages a group of excellent Non-ExecutiveDirectors and the Council of Governors. Sean was previously chief executive of the NHS Confederation Mental Health Network.Sean has a
- [Fredrik Lindencrona](https://emhicglobal.com/board-member/fredrik-lindencrona/) - Dr. Fredrik Lindencrona is a leading mental health policy & strategy expert with extensive regional, national and international experience. Fredrik has built and led the portfolio of strategic improvement, innovation and cross-sector partnership within the Swedish national mental health policy transformation program, Mission Mental Health since 2009. He led the development of the new strategy

## Congress Replays

- [eMHIC25 Day 3](https://emhicglobal.com/congress-replay/emhic25-day-3/)
- [eMHIC25 Day 2](https://emhicglobal.com/congress-replay/emhic25-day-2/)
- [eMHIC25 Day 1](https://emhicglobal.com/congress-replay/emhic25-day-1/)

## Directory Listings

- [Newfoundland and Labrador Mental Health and Addictions App Library](https://emhicglobal.com/directory-listing/newfoundland-and-labrador-mental-health-and-addictions-app-library/)
- [The Women, Children, and Families Engagement Hub](https://emhicglobal.com/directory-listing/the-women-children-and-families-engagement-hub/)

## eMHIC Resources

- [Why is International Collaboration in Digital Mental Health so Important?](https://emhicglobal.com/emhic-resource/why-is-international-collaboration-for-digital-mental-health-implementation-so-important/) - The Growing Need for Digital Mental Health Solutions In an era where mental health challenges are increasing across populations and traditional services struggle to meet demand, international collaboration in digital mental health implementation is not just valuable, it is essential. The global mental health crisis affects millions of people, and digital solutions offer a powerful

## Leadership Council

- [Glynis Sandland (Ngāpuhi // Ngāti Hine)](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/glynis-sandland-ngapuhi-ngati-hine/) - Glynis Sandland is Chief Executive Officer of Whakarongorau Aotearoa, leading New Zealand's national telehealth provider since April 2023. Under her leadership, Whakarongorau supports 1 in 4 New Zealanders through 30+ free health, mental health, family violence, and sexual harm services - delivering over 400,000 contacts annually across multiple digital channels. She's focused on developing innovative
- [Dr Martin Orr (FRANZCP, FAIDH)](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/dr-martin-orr-franzcp-faidh/) - Martin is a Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists and the Australasian Institute of Digital Health. He has 30 years of experience in healthcare technology leadership, academia, innovation, strategy, and governance. Martin provided the opening “endless possibilities” address for the inaugural EMHIC summit and remains a proud supporter of EMHIC’s growth into a
- [Dr. Rebecca Pillai Riddell](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/dr-rebecca-pillai-riddell/) - Dr. Pillai Riddell is the Tier 1 York Research Chair in Pain and Mental Health, a Full Professor, and Director of the Opportunities to Understand Childhood Hurt Laboratory (OUCH Lab; www.yorku.ca/ouchlab) in the Department of Psychology of York University in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She is also a registered clinical psychologist, focused on perinatal/parent mental health,
- [Caroline Figueroa](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/caroline-figueroa/) - Caroline is an Assistant Professor at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) in the Netherlands. She leads the Research on Inclusive Solutions and Empowerment in Digital Health (RISE) Group and co-directs the Mental Health and Tech Special Interest Group at TU Delft. Dr. Figueroa is a medical doctor by background with a PhD in the
- [Weng Mooi Tan (Pharm D, EMBA)](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/weng-mooi-tan-pharm-d-emba/) - A pharmacist by training with over 30 years of experience, Weng Mooi currently leads in the development of healthy precinct and digital solutions to build up healthy living and mental well-being in the community. Development of healthy precincts involves co-creating tools and initiatives through movement for health with stakeholders including government agencies, business and community
- [The Honourable Senator Katherine Hay](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/katherine-hay/) - As President and co-CEO, retired designate of Kids Help Phone, Katherine (Kathy) Hay drives the strategic direction, innovation imperative and culture of Canada’s only national, 24/7 bilingual e-mental health service for young people. In 2020, Kids Help Phone’s team of counsellors and crisis responders made over 4.6 million connections with youth in every province and territory — with
- [Mary O'Hagan](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/mary-ohagan/) - Mary O’Hagan was a key initiator of the psychiatric survivor movement in New Zealand in the late 1980s and was the first chairperson of the World Network of Users and Survivors of Psychiatry between 1991 and 1995. She has been an advisor to the United Nations and the World Health Organisation. Mary was a full-time
- [Siobhán McArdle](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/siobhan-mcardle/) - In her role Siobhán has responsibility for policy development and oversight of the provision of health and social care services for older people, palliative care, dementia care, mental health services, people who use drugs, inclusion health and access to urgent and emergency care. Siobhán is a keen supporter of digital mental health initiatives and has
- [Ciara Rogers](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/ciara-rogers/) - Ciara started her career as an Occupational Therapist in Mental Health, before completing a Masters in Public Health and a Masters in Business Administration, and moving into programme leadership roles in Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Promotion, with a focus on improving outcomes for people living in areas of deprivation. She has extensive operational service
- [Prof. Andrew Greenshaw](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/prof-andrew-greenshaw/) - Dr. Andrew J. Greenshaw, a Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience at the University of Alberta has made significant contributions to mental health research and policy. Trained in Europe and Canada, Andy is a Fellow of CCNP and CINP, serving as CCNP President (2000–2002). He was Associate Vice President (Research) at the University of Alberta (2004–2011)
- [Dr Zeinab Hijazi](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/dr-zeinab-hijazi/) - Dr. Zeinab Hijazi is a clinical psychologist, and Global Mental Health Lead at UNICEF. Zeinab has over 18 years of experience supporting mental health and psychosocial programs globally and currently plays a global role supporting across UNICEF's 7 regions of operation. She provides program guidance and technical support across sectors and divisions to enhance UNICEF's
- [Prof. Nick Titov](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/nick-titov/) - My roles include Executive Director of both the Australian national MindSpot Clinic, www.mindspot.org.au, and the Western Australian Practitioner Online Referral and Treatment Service (PORTS), www.ports.org.au, and Co-Director of the eCentre Research Clinic, www.ecentreclinic.org. I currently serve on advisory groups to several organisations. My research and professional aims are to reduce the prevalence and burden of common mental health disorders, and
- [Liz Ashall-Payne](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/liz-ashall-payne/) - Liz Ashall Payne is co-founder and CEO of ORCHA, the world’s leading provider of digital health accreditation and distribution services. A trained Speech and Language Therapist, for almost 20 years Liz led NHS transformation programmes, helping to unlock the power of digital across the UK and Europe. In 2015 Liz founded ORCHA, attracting investment from
- [Prof. Jay Buckey](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/jay-buckey/) - My interest in developing autonomous, confidential, psychological support tools developed to meet a need at NASA for self-directed psychological tools to support long-duration space missions. Psychological problems are a major challenge for crews on long-duration missions and for individuals in isolated and confined environments. These tools, however, must be engaging, interactive, and easy to use
- [Derek Chambers](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/derek-chambers/) - Derek is the policy implementation lead for Ireland’s National Mental Health Services where he leads a team that is responsible for delivering Sharing the Vision, Ireland’s national mental health policy. A sociology graduate, Derek has worked with the National Suicide Research Foundation, National Office for Suicide Prevention and National Mental Health Services. In between public
- [Chris Wright](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/chris-wright/) - Chris is a system designer, technologist and expert in the field of digital implementation in mental health. In a career spanning over 20 years he has led a number of ground-breaking, award winning service transformation programmes that have changed fundamentally how mental health treatments and support is delivered across the population of Scotland. For the
- [Nicholas Watters](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/nicholas-watters/) - Nicholas Watters is the Executive Director of the Knowledge Institute on Child and Youth Mental Health and Addictions in Ontario, Canada. He assumed this role on October 8, 2024, bringing over a decade of leadership in mental health innovation and policy to the position.​ In his current role, Nicholas leads the Knowledge Institute's efforts to
- [Piers Gooding](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/piers-gooding/) - Dr Piers Gooding is an Associate Professor at La Trobe University's Law School in Melbourne, Australia. His work focuses on legal issues concerning disability and health, including in international human rights law. Prior to joining La Trobe University, Piers was a Senior Research Fellow at Melbourne Law School (2015–2023) and a Research Fellow at the
- [Dr Nina Ferencic](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/dr-nina-ferencic/) - Dr Nina Ferencic, MA, PhD, is the Senior Regional Adviser on Adolescent Health, Development and Participation, UNICEF Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia, United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). Development and Participation at the UNICEF Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia, based in Geneva, Switzerland. She has over thirty years of experience working on
- [Fran Silvestri](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/fran-silvestri/) - Francesco Silvestri, MBA, is Chief Executive Officer of the International Initiative for Mental Health Leadership (IIMHL), which he helped organize in 2003. IIMHL is jointly funded by nine countries, to build partnerships between mental health leaders in order to rapidly exchange knowledge of best and promising practices internationally. Before his work with IIMHL, Fran
- [Dr Judith Kuriansky](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/dr-judith-kuriansky/) - Judy Kuriansky, Ph.D., is an internationally known clinical psychologist, professor, author, humanitarian, sought-after speaker, philanthropist, and an exemplary of the tripartite model as a researcher, practitioner and advocate. A Professor of Psychology and Education at Columbia University Teacher College in New York, she lectures around the world, is a past Senior Research Scientist and has
- [Niki Legge](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/niki-legge/) - With a Masters in Social Work, Niki has spent her career working in the health sector both at the community and government level. As provincial director for mental health and addictions, Niki is responsible for the implementation of Towards Recovery: A Mental Health and Addictions Action Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador and the oversight of
- [Krista Vanderheide](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/krista-vanderheide/) - I am an experienced government executive with a passion for social policy. I recently took my years of experience in state government to the Commonwealth Department of Health as Assistant Secretary, System Enablers in the Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Division. Working in the mental health policy space, and as a parent of young children,
- [Dr Brian Hepburn](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/dr-brian-hepburn/) - Dr. Hepburn has been the Executive Director of the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) since July 2015. He previously was the Director of the Maryland Mental Hygiene Administration (MHA) from 2002 to 2014 and that position became the Director of the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) July 2014. Dr. Hepburn was the
- [Marie Paldam Folker](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/marie-paldam-folker/) - Marie Paldam Folker is Director of the Centre for Digital Psychiatry, Mental Health Services in the Region of Southern Denmark. Marie is an expert digital mental health innovator and practitioner and has worked in the digital healthcare field for over 15 years specialising in digital mental health. Originally trained as an anthropologist, Marie is passionate about
- [Anna Elders](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/anna-elders/) - Anna has worked as a clinician in the mental health sector across a variety of services over the last twenty years prior to taking up a role as clinical lead at Just a Thought, New Zealand’s free online eCBT digital mental health service. Anna is the chair of NZHIT’s mental health special interest group, and
- [Stephen (Steve) J. Appleton](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/stephen-steve-j-appleton/) - Steve Appleton serves as President and Chief Executive of Global Leadership Exchange (GLE)[1]. He has been in post since January 2022, having previously worked as the European Regional Lead between 2019-2022 and UK Liaison between 2017-2019. Prior to taking up his role as CEO, Steve was Managing Director of Contact Consulting, a consultancy and research
- [Kana Enomoto](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/kana-enomoto/) - Kana Enomoto, Director of Brain Health for the McKinsey Health Institute, is a nationally recognized expert in mental health, substance use, social determinants, and trauma. Kana advises the full gamut of public and private sector healthcare stakeholders on reducing the burden of mental illnesses and substance use disorders in the US and beyond. Prior to
- [Fennie Wiepkema](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/fennie-wiepkema/) - Fennie Wiepkema, Founder and General Manager of Thubble, is a visionary leader in value-driven mental health care with a background as a psychologist. Her journey began in the UK, where she gained extensive experience with digital solutions in the IAPT (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies) program while serving as Director for an eHealth platform. This
- [Lucita Lazo](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/lucita-lazo/) - Lucita Lazo is the President of the World Association for Psychosocial Rehabilitation Philippines. She is the principal investigator in Defining the Mental Health Research Agenda of the Philippines (2015-2019) and currently serves as the Team Leader in the ongoing Development of the Mental Health Information System under the auspices of the National Center for Mental
- [Victoria Hornby](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/victoria-hornby/) - Victoria is CEO of Mental Health Innovations. From 2011 to 2017, she was Director of Programmes at The Royal Foundation, building a portfolio of projects including the Invictus Games, Coach Core, United for Wildlife and Heads Together. Before joining the Foundation, Victoria was a Senior Executive at the Sainsbury Family Trusts and CEO of an
- [Professor Chee Ng](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/professor-chee-ng/) - Chee Ng is the Professor and Healthscope Chair of Psychiatry at The Melbourne Clinic and The University of Melbourne. He is also Director of WHO Collaborating Centre in Mental Health at St Vincent’s Melbourne. Chee has considerable research experience in mood and anxiety disorders, psychopharmacology, schizophrenia, old age, and cross cultural psychiatry. He has published
- [Dr Bruce Arroll](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/dr-bruce-arroll/) - Bruce is a Professor of General Practice and Primary Health Care at the University of Auckland New Zealand and a practising GP at Greenstone Family Clinic. He does regular general practice at that clinic and also does special consultations using Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (FACT) for people who are feeling stuck in their lives
- [Richman Wee](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/richman-wee/) - Richman Wee’s work in the past two decades has primarily centred on ethico-legal, regulatory and public policy issues involving human health and research. He has been covering the waterfront of legal, ethical and policy issues relating to medico- and cyber-technologies, and has been engaged in a suite of roles from policy advisor, to academic researcher,
- [Dr Jill Murphy](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/dr-jill-murphy/) - Dr. Jill Murphy, PhD, is the Executive Director of the APEC Digital Hub for Mental Health and is an Assistant Professor and Research Chair in Mental Health and Addictions at St. Francis Xavier University in Nova Scotia, Canada. Her expertise is in mental health services research, global mental health and implementation science research with a
- [Colin Seery](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/colin-seery/) - Colin has held leadership positions in the health sector for more than 20 years. Previously he was Chief Executive Officer of Healthdirect Australia and prior to that he held senior executive positions with the National Safety Council of Australia, the Hospital Benefits Association and Sano Consulting. Colin has worked across a broad spectrum of health sector
- [Dr Daniel Fung](https://emhicglobal.com/leadership-council/dr-daniel-fung/) - Dr Daniel Fung is the CEO of the Institute of Mental Health in Singapore. He is an Adjunct Associate Professor at all 3 Singapore medical schools. Dr Fung is the President of the International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions and President of the College of Psychiatrists, Academy of Medicine, Singapore. Dr

## Partners

- [GoMo Health](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/gomo-health/)
- [Government of Newfoundland and Labrador](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/government-of-newfoundland-and-labrador/)
- [Kooth](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/kooth/)
- [National Council of Social Service (NCSS)](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/national-council-of-social-service-ncss/) - Harnessing Technology and Data to Optimise Volunteer Programmes Appreciating Our Social Service Professionals Social Service Sector Strategic Roadmap (4ST)
- [Viatris - Education Grant Sponsor and Collaborator](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/viatris/)
- [Knowledge Institute on Child and Youth Mental Health and Addictions](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/knowledge-institute-on-child-and-youth-mental-health-and-addictions/)
- [Creart Digital Media](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/creart-digital-media/)
- [DigiRyte](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/digiryte/)
- [Tacklit](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/tacklit/)
- [ReachOut Australia](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/reachout-australia/)
- [Mental Health Commission of Canada](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/mental-health-commission-of-canada/)
- [Ministry of Health Office For Healthcare Transformation (MoHT)](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/ministry-of-health-office-for-healthcare-transformation-moht/)
- [Health Promotion Board](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/health-promotion-board/)
- [Agency for Integrated Care](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/agency-for-integrated-care/)
- [Institute of Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/institute-of-mental-health/)
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- [Flinders University](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/flinders-university/)
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- [York University](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/york-university/)
- [Dalhousie University](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/dalhousie-university/)
- [Google Health](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/google-health/)
- [World Federation of Public Health Associations](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/world-federation-of-public-health-associations/)
- [Global Leadership Exchange (GLE)](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/global-leadership-exchange-gle/)
- [APEC Digital Hub for Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/apec-digital-hub-for-mental-health/)
- [UNICEF](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/unicef/)
- [United Nations](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/united-nations/)
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- [Core Solutions](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/core-solutions/)
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- [MindSpot](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/mindspot/)
- [Lifeline Australia](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/lifeline-australia/)
- [ConnexOntario](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/connexontario/)
- [Strongest Families Institute](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/strongest-families-institute/)
- [Kids Help Phone](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/kids-help-phone/)
- [Crisis Text Line](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/crisis-text-line/)
- [McKinsey Health Institute](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/mckinsey-health-institute/)
- [Mental Health America](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/mental-health-america/)
- [Whakarongorau](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/whakarongorau/)
- [National Center for Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/national-center-for-mental-health/)
- [Centre for Digital Psychiatry](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/centre-for-digital-psychiatry/)
- [NHS Wales](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/nhs-wales/)
- [National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/national-association-of-state-mental-health-program-directors/)
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- [Department of Health and Aged Care](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/department-of-health-and-aged-care/)
- [Health New Zealand](https://emhicglobal.com/partner/health-new-zealand/)

## Speakers

- [Liz Ashall-Payne](https://emhicglobal.com/speakers/arran-culver/) - Global Innovation Lead, Mental Health & Psychosocial Wellbeing, UNICEF
- [Viktor Ladele](https://emhicglobal.com/speakers/arran-culver-2/) - Global Innovation Lead, Mental Health & Psychosocial Wellbeing, UNICEF
- [Michel Rodrigue](https://emhicglobal.com/speakers/arran-culver-3/) - Global Innovation Lead, Mental Health & Psychosocial Wellbeing, UNICEF
- [Arran Culver](https://emhicglobal.com/speakers/arran-culver-4/) - Global Innovation Lead, Mental Health & Psychosocial Wellbeing, UNICEF

## Spotlights

- [#eMHIC25 ON-DEMAND LIBRARY](https://emhicglobal.com/spotlight/emhic-congress/) - Recordings are now available to watch On-Demand for eMHIC Members and Congress Attendees. If you didn’t attend the Congress, Sign up as a eMHIC Trailblazer member for full access!

## Webinars

- [Scaling Support Together: Inside Scotland’s National Digital Mental Health Strategy and the Glasgow–Togetherall Model](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/scaling-support-together-inside-scotlands-national-digital-mental-health-strategy-and-the-glasgow-togetherall-model/)
- [Generative AI in Mental Health: Part II - Ethical Considerations](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/generative-ai-in-mental-health-part-ii-ethical-considerations/)
- [Generative AI in Mental Health: Part I - General Public Use Cases](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/generative-ai-in-mental-health-part-i-general-public-use-cases/)
- [Digital Mental Health is Here – Part II: Ensuring the Quality of Care - a Global Perspective](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/digital-mental-health-is-here-part-ii-ensuring-the-quality-of-care-a-global-perspective/)
- [From Innovation to Impact: System Transformation That Changes Lives](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/from-innovation-to-impact-system-transformation-that-changes-lives/)
- [Digital Mental Health is Here - Part I: Ensuring the Quality of Care - Asia Pacific & Middle East Perspective](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/digital-mental-health-is-here-part-i-ensuring-the-quality-of-care-asia-pacific-middle-east-perspective/)
- [From Isolation to Inclusion: Leveraging Digital Mental Health Innovations to End Stigma and Cultivate a Future of Acceptance](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/from-isolation-to-inclusion-leveraging-digital-mental-health-innovations-to-end-stigma-and-cultivate-a-future-of-acceptance/)
- [Youth Mental Health, Understood: The Future of Youth Wellbeing with Digital Mental Health Leaders Orygen & ReachOut Australia](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/youth-mental-health-understood-the-future-of-youth-wellbeing-with-digital-mental-health-leaders-orygen-reachout-australia/)
- [Mental Health Digital Transformation - A Proven Approach for Transforming the Technology Infrastructure of Mental Health Service Providers](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/mental-health-digital-transformation-a-proven-approach-for-transforming-the-technology-infrastructure-of-mental-health-service-providers/)
- [Eating Disorders and Technology: Challenges and Opportunities Across the Spectrum of Care](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/eating-disorders-and-technology-challenges-and-opportunities-across-the-spectrum-of-care/)
- [Education for Wellbeing: Is Investing in Mental Health Literacy the Key to Reducing the Burden on Clinical Services?](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/education-for-wellbeing-is-investing-in-mental-health-literacy-the-key-to-reducing-the-burden-on-clinical-services/)
- [Beacons of Trust in Troublesome Waters Prioritizing Safety and Integrity in Digital Mental Healthcare](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/beacons-of-trust-in-troublesome-waters-prioritizing-safety-and-integrity-in-digital-mental-healthcare/)
- [The Power of Collaboration in Digital Mental Health: Key Takeaways from the 2022 Congress](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/the-power-of-collaboration-in-digital-mental-health-key-takeaways-from-the-2022-congress/)
- [Good Governance For Great Outcomes - International Approaches To Digital Mental Health Strategy And Policy](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/good-governance-for-great-outcomes-international-approaches-to-digital-mental-health-strategy-and-policy/)
- [How to Design a Digital Antidote to Mental Health Discrimination and Relieve Self Stigma](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/how-to-design-a-digital-antidote-to-mental-health-discrimination-and-relieve-self-stigma/)
- [eMental Health App Accreditation Framework for Canada](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/emental-health-app-accreditation-framework-for-canada/)
- [Technology That Cares: A Glimpse Into the Future of Mental Healthcare](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/technology-that-cares-a-glimpse-into-the-future-of-mental-healthcare/)
- [Adversity to Healing: Digital Mental Health for Refugees, Migrants, and Marginalized Groups](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/adversity-to-healing-digital-mental-health-for-refugees-migrants-and-marginalized-groups/)
- [Virtual Reality-Based Therapy: Can It Transform Interventions for Severe Mental Disorders in a Cost-Effective Manner?](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/virtual-reality-based-therapy-can-it-transform-interventions-for-severe-mental-disorders-in-a-cost-effective-manner/)
- [Innovative Mental Health Initiatives That Enable Workplaces To Thrive](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/innovative-mental-health-initiatives-that-enable-workplaces-to-thrive/)
- [Better Digital Tools for Mental Health: Guidelines for User Participation from an International Perspective](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/better-digital-tools-for-mental-health-guidelines-for-user-participation-from-an-international-perspective/)
- [Digital Mental Health in Action: eMHPSS in Humanitarian Settings and AI-Driven Mental Health Support for Kurdish-Speaking Communities](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/digital-mental-health-in-action-emhpss-in-humanitarian-settings-and-ai-driven-mental-health-support-for-kurdish-speaking-communities/)
- [Towards a Digital Mental Health Ecosystem: Designing Meaningful User Journeys in Denmark](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/towards-a-digital-mental-health-ecosystem-designing-meaningful-user-journeys-in-denmark/)
- [Managing Complex Situations: Coordinated Care Strategies in e-Mental Health Services](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/building-the-global-mental-health-gift-economy/)
- [Building the Global Mental Health Gift Economy](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/building-the-global-mental-health-gift-economy-2/)
- ["It just happened to be the perfect thing": Real-life Experiences of Generative AI Chatbots for Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/it-just-happened-to-be-the-perfect-thing-real-life-experiences-of-generative-ai-chatbots-for-mental-health/)
- [Innovation Through Collaborative Technology Development: A Case Study of a California County Agency’s Behavioral Health Services](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/innovation-through-collaborative-technology-development-a-case-study-of-a-california-county-agencys-behavioral-health-services/)
- [From Chaos to Order – Transforming Mental Health for Veterans: Leveraging Digital Technologies](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/from-chaos-to-order-transforming-mental-health-for-veterans-leveraging-digital-technologies/)
- [Innovative Approaches to Eating Disorders and Addiction Recovery: Insights from Body Peace Canada and ConnexOntario](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/innovative-approaches-to-eating-disorders-and-addiction-recovery-insights-from-body-peace-canada-and-connexontario/)
- [Cascade Impacts: Mental Health Workforce & Community Resilience](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/cascade-impacts-mental-health-workforce-community-resilience/)
- [‘Youth Flourishing in North Auckland’ - e-Mental Health at the Intersection of Community-Driven and Systems-Level Innovation](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/youth-flourishing-in-north-auckland-e-mental-health-at-the-intersection-of-community-driven-and-systems-level-innovation/)
- [Clinicians Driving Impact: Moving from Barriers to Breakthroughs in Digital Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/clinicians-driving-impact-moving-from-barriers-to-breakthroughs-in-digital-mental-health/)
- [Empowering Autism: Discover the SAM and SAM Junior Apps for Stress Management](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/empowering-autism-discover-the-sam-and-sam-junior-apps-for-stress-management/)
- [Harnessing AI Symptom Tracking to Advance Measurement-Based Care](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/harnessing-ai-symptom-tracking-to-advance-measurement-based-care/)
- [Bridging Minds: The Transformative Power of Digital Storytelling in Mental Health Care](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/bridging-minds-the-transformative-power-of-digital-storytelling-in-mental-health-care/)
- [Bridging Minds Part 2: Deepening the Conversation on the Transformative Power of Digital Storytelling in Mental Health Care](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar/bridging-minds-part-2-deepening-the-conversation-on-the-transformative-power-of-digital-storytelling-in-mental-health-care/)

## Media Hub

- [Day 2: Session 5.1](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-2-session-5-1/)
- [Day 2: Session 5.6](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-2-session-5-6-2/)
- [Day 3: Session 10.3](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-3-session-10-3/)
- [Day 3: Session 11.1](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-3-session-11-1/)
- [Day 3: Session 10.8](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-3-session-10-8/)
- [Day 3: Session 10.6](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-3-session-10-6/)
- [Day 3: Session 10.5](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-3-session-10-5/)
- [Day 3: Session 10.4](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-3-session-10-4/)
- [Day 3: Session 10.2](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-3-session-10-2/)
- [Day 3: Session 10.1](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-3-session-10-1/)
- [Day 3: Session 9.8](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-3-session-9-8/)
- [Day 3: Session 9.6](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-3-session-9-6/)
- [Day 3: Session 9.5](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-3-session-9-5/)
- [Day 3: Session 9.4](https://emhicglobal.com/media/day-3-session-9-4/)
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- [Whakarongorau](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/whakarongorau/)
- [Simpatico Ai](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/simpatico-ai/)
- [Headstrong](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/headstrong/)
- [Kids Help Phone](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/kids-help-phone/)
- [eMHIC24](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/emhic24/)
- [Netherlands](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/netherlands/)
- [youth mental health](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/youth-mental-health/)
- [Workplace wellbeing](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/workplace-wellbeing/)
- [Peer Support Services](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/peer-support-services/)
- [Severe mental illness](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/severe-mental-illness/)
- [psychiatric disorders](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/psychiatric-disorders/)
- [HSE](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/hse/)
- [phone and text helplines](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/phone-and-text-helplines/)
- [ICT&health](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/icthealth/)
- [Indonesia](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/indonesia/)
- [SANE](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/sane/)
- [Turkey](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/turkey/)
- [Adolescent](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/adolescent/)
- [psychosis](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/psychosis/)
- [Google](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/google/)
- [Health screening](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/health-screening/)
- [Mental Health Month](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/mental-health-month/)
- [eMHIC25](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/emhic25/)
- [Wales](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/wales/)
- [Roundtable](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/roundtable/)
- [NOURISH](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/nourish/)
- [Decolonise](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/decolonise/)
- [TikTok](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/tiktok/)
- [Latin America](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/latin-america/)
- [5P Model](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/5p-model/)
- [eMHIC Global Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/emhic-global-awards/)
- [Refugees](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/refugees/)
- [Migrants](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/migrants/)
- [Lebanon](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/lebanon/)
- [Leadership Recognition](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/leadership-recognition/)
- [Nick Titov](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/nick-titov/)
- [The Big 5](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/the-big-5/)
- [Vimbo Health](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/vimbo-health/)
- [AI Guidelines](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/ai-guidelines/)
- [England](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/england/)
- [Adolescents](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/adolescents/)
- [Disaster response](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/disaster-response/)
- [China](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/china/)
- [Digital](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/digital/)
- [Denmark](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/denmark/)
- [System design](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/system-design/)
- [Ash](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/ash/)
- [Wellcome Trust](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/wellcome-trust/)
- [Grand Challenges Canada](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/grand-challenges-canada/)
- [APA](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/apa/)
- [Internet Matters](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/internet-matters/)
- [Integrity Institute](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/integrity-institute/)
- [Sri Lanka](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/sri-lanka/)
- [Women's health](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/womens-health/)
- [AI Scribes](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/ai-scribes/)
- [India](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/india/)
- [NASMHPD](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/nasmhpd/)
- [Tacklit](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/tacklit/)
- [SMI](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/smi/)
- [Transdiagnostic](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/transdiagnostic/)
- [World Health Organization](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/world-health-organization/)
- [FDA](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/fda/)
- [UNGA80](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/unga80/)
- [United Nations](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/united-nations/)
- [Ukraine](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/ukraine/)
- [Spirit tech](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/spirit-tech/)
- [eMHIC Congress](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/emhic-congress/)
- [Global Ministerial Mental Health Summit](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/global-ministerial-mental-health-summit/)
- [MHIN](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/mhin/)
- [FLOAT VR](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/float-vr/)
- [XRAI](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/xrai/)
- [Fit Farmers](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/fit-farmers/)
- [Fresh Minds](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/fresh-minds/)
- [ProCare](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/procare/)
- [My Damn Data](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/my-damn-data/)
- [First Person Network](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/first-person-network/)
- [LLMs](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/llms/)
- [Men](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/men/)
- [One Mind Accelerator](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/one-mind-accelerator/)
- [XR](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/xr/)
- [Knowledge Institute on Child and Youth Mental Health and Addictions](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/knowledge-institute-on-child-and-youth-mental-health-and-addictions/)
- [Extended Reality](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/extended-reality/)
- [TMS](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/tms/)
- [eMHPrac](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/emhprac/)
- [OpenAI](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/openai/)
- [uSupport](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/usupport/)
- [Financing](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/financing/)
- [Coalition for Mental Health Investment](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/coalition-for-mental-health-investment/)
- [Interconnected](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/interconnected/)
- [Therapist Network](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/therapist-network/)
- [Flow Neuroscience](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/flow-neuroscience/)
- [Crisis support](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/crisis-support/)
- [NCDs](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/ncds/)
- [MindBench.ai](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/mindbench-ai/)
- [World Psychiatry](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/world-psychiatry/)
- [988](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/988/)
- [Suicide Crisis Helpline](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/suicide-crisis-helpline/)
- [JARA](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/jara/)
- [NHS England](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/nhs-england/)
- [Wellcome](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/wellcome/)
- [BBC News](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/bbc-news/)
- [GPs](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/gps/)
- [Limbic](https://emhicglobal.com/tag/limbic/)

## Audience Groups

- [Policy & Strategy](https://emhicglobal.com/audience-group/policy-and-strategy/)
- [Mental Health Practitioners](https://emhicglobal.com/audience-group/mental-health-practitioners/)
- [Lived Experience](https://emhicglobal.com/audience-group/lived-experience/)
- [Product Innovation](https://emhicglobal.com/audience-group/product-innovation/)

## Award Cats

- [2024](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/2024/)
- [Global Impact Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/global-impact-awards/)
- [Country Leadership Excellence Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/country-leadership-excellence-awards/) - for Leadership Excellence in Digital Mental Health Implementation
- [Lifetime Achievement Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/lifetime-achievement-awards/)
- [2022](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/2022/)
- [Country Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/country-awards/)
- [Global Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/global-awards/)
- [Lifetime Achievement Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/lifetime-achievement-awards-2022/)
- [2021](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/2021/)
- [Country Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/country-awards-2021/)
- [Lifetime Achievement Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/lifetime-achievement-awards-2021/)
- [2020](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/2020/)
- [Country Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/country-awards-2020/)
- [2019](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/2019/)
- [Country Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/country-awards-2019/)
- [2025](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/2025/)
- [Country Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/country-awards-2025/)
- [Global Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/global-awards-2025/)
- [Lifetime Achievement Awards](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/lifetime-achievement-awards-2025/)
- [AI Innovation in Digital Mental Health Award](https://emhicglobal.com/award-cat/ai-innovation-in-digital-mental-health-award/)

## Content Types

- [Case Study](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/case-study/)
- [Expert Opinion](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/expert-opinion/)
- [Editorials](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/editorials/)
- [Interviews](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/interviews/)
- [Thought Leadership](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/thought-leadership/)
- [Global News](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/global-news/)
- [eMHIC News](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/emhic-news/)
- [eMHIC Partner News](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/emhic-partner-news/)
- [International Developments](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/international-developments/)
- [Latest Research](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/latest-research/)
- [Resource](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/resource/)
- [Framework](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/framework/)
- [Guideline / Standard](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/guideline-standard/)
- [Position Statement](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/position-statement/)
- [Report](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/report/)
- [Strategy](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/strategy/)
- [Toolkit](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/toolkit/)
- [Training Resource](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/training-resource/)
- [White Paper](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/white-paper/)
- [Special Interest Group](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/special-interest-group/)
- [AI in eMental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/ai-in-emental-health/)
- [Congress Presentations](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/congress-presentations/)
- [Ethics and Law](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/ethics-and-law/)
- [Mindfulness](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/mindfulness/)
- [Policy and Strategy](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/policy-and-strategy/)
- [Special Interest Groups](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/special-interest-groups/)
- [Webinar Recordings](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/webinar-recordings/)
- [Workforce](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/workforce/)
- [International Events](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/international-events/)
- [eMHIC Events](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/emhic-events-2/)
- [eMHIC Webinars](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/emhic-webinars/)
- [eMHIC Roundtables](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/emhic-roundtables/)
- [eMHIC Congress](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/emhic-congress/)
- [Awards & Recognition](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/awards-recognition/)
- [Collaborative Studies](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/collaborative-studies/)
- [Directory](https://emhicglobal.com/content-type/directory/)

## Directory Partner Types

- [Strategic Partner – Government](https://emhicglobal.com/directory-partner-type/strategic-partner-government/)
- [Strategic Partner – Industry](https://emhicglobal.com/directory-partner-type/strategic-partner-industry/)

## Event Names

- [Congress 2024](https://emhicglobal.com/event_name/congress-2024/)

## Geography & Equity Focus

- [High-Income Settings](https://emhicglobal.com/geography-focus/high-income-settings/)

## Partner Types

- [Strategic Partners](https://emhicglobal.com/partner-type/strategic-partners/)
- [eMHIC Trailblazers](https://emhicglobal.com/partner-type/emhic-trailblazers/)
- [Government - National and Provincial](https://emhicglobal.com/partner-type/government-national-and-provincial/)
- [Non-Government Organisations](https://emhicglobal.com/partner-type/non-government-organisations/)
- [Industry](https://emhicglobal.com/partner-type/industry/)
- [Global Peak Bodies](https://emhicglobal.com/partner-type/global-peak-bodies/)
- [Non-Government Organisations](https://emhicglobal.com/partner-type/non-government-organisations-global-peak-bodies/)
- [Industry](https://emhicglobal.com/partner-type/industry-global-peak-bodies/)
- [Research Collaborators](https://emhicglobal.com/partner-type/research-collaborators/)

## Service Types

- [Self-Help & Digital Tools](https://emhicglobal.com/service-type/self-help-and-digital-tools/) - Digital tools and apps designed for independent use to support mental health, well-being, and self-management.
- [Apps & Chatbots](https://emhicglobal.com/service-type/apps-and-chatbots/)
- [Web-Based Tools & Resources](https://emhicglobal.com/service-type/web-based-tools-and-resources/)
- [Blended & Clinical Platforms](https://emhicglobal.com/service-type/blended-and-clinical-platforms/) - Platforms that combine digital and human-delivered care for assessment, therapy, or structured clinical support.
- [Accreditation Platforms](https://emhicglobal.com/service-type/accreditations-platforms/)

## Special Interest Groups

- [Ethics and Law](https://emhicglobal.com/special-interest-group/ethics-and-law/) - What do we mean by ‘ethics and law’? To put it simply, ethics provide principled guidance for action, and laws are rules enacted by the state or applied/ recognised by courts. Laws, which may be based on ethical principles, are enforceable rules with penalties for those who do not comply with them. While ethical principles and laws can be stated plainly, applying them to specific instances may not be as straightforward. Novel aspects of new and emerging e-mental health initiatives can raise perplexing ethical and legal dilemmas.

## Topics

- [Population Group](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/population-group/)
- [Mental Health Condition](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/mental-health-condition/)
- [AI/Technology Solution](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/ai-technology-solution/)
- [Artificial Intelligence](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/artificial-intelligence/)
- [Chatbots](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/chatbots/)
- [Data Analytics Platforms](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/data-analytics-platforms/)
- [Digital Therapeutics](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/digital-therapeutics/)
- [Generative AI Tools](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/generative-ai-tools/)
- [Peer Support](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/peer-support/)
- [Phone and Text Helplines](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/phone-and-text-helplines/)
- [Self-Help Apps](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/self-help-apps/)
- [Social Media](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/social-media/)
- [Telehealth / Telepsychiatry](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/telehealth-telepsychiatry/)
- [Virtual and Augmented Reality](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/virtual-and-augmented-reality/)
- [Wearable Devices / Symptom Tracking](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/wearable-devices-symptom-tracking/)
- [Website-Based Tools and Resources](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/website-based-tools-and-resources/)
- [Anxiety Disorders](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/anxiety-disorders/)
- [Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/autism-spectrum-disorder-asd/)
- [Complex Mental Health Needs](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/complex-mental-health-needs/)
- [Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd/)
- [Psychosis / Schizophrenia](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/psychosis-schizophrenia/)
- [Depression](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/depression/)
- [Eating Disorders](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/eating-disorders/)
- [General Mental Health](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/general-mental-health/)
- [Stress](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/stress/)
- [Substance Use Disorder](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/substance-use-disorder/)
- [Suicide Prevention](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/suicide-prevention/)
- [Caregivers and Family Members](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/caregivers-and-family-members/)
- [Global South](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/global-south/)
- [Indigenous Communities](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/indigenous-communities/)
- [LGBTQIA+ Communities](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/lgbtqia-communities/)
- [Older Adults](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/older-adults/)
- [People with Disabilities](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/people-with-disabilities/)
- [Refugees and Migrants](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/refugees-and-migrants/)
- [Remote Populations](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/remote-populations/)
- [Veterans](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/veterans/)
- [Workforce](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/workforce/)
- [Youth and Adolescents](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/youth-and-adolescents/)
- [Clinicians](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/clinicians/)
- [Frontline Responders](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/frontline-responders/)
- [General Population](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/general-population/)
- [Crisis-Affected Groups](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/crisis-affected-groups/)
- [Mental Health Service Providers](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/mental-health-service-providers/)
- [Loneliness](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/loneliness/)
- [Mental Health Governance](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/mental-health-governance/)
- [Assessment & Screening Tools](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/assessment-screening-tools/)
- [Digital Storytelling](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/digital-storytelling/)
- [Care Delivery Platforms](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/care-delivery-platforms/)
- [Model of Care / System Architecture](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/model-of-care/)
- [Industry / Product Developers](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/industry-product-developers/)
- [Lived Experience](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/lived-experience/)
- [Mental Fitness / Resilience](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/mental-fitness-resilience/)
- [Mental Health Researchers](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/mental-health-researchers/)
- [Crisis Support Services](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/crisis-support-services/)
- [Incarcerated Individuals](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/incarcerated-individuals/)
- [Navigation Services](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/navigation-services/)
- [Gambling & Addiction](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/gambling-addiction/)
- [Public Education & Awareness](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/public-education-awareness/)
- [Accreditation Platform](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/accreditation-platform/)
- [Community Groups](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/community-groups/)
- [National DMH Platform](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/national-dmh-platform/)
- [Women](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/women-population-group/)
- [Mental health Stigma](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/mental-health-stigma/)
- [Men](https://emhicglobal.com/topic/men/)

## Webinar Categories

- [Global Webinar Series](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar-category/global-webinar-series/)
- [Fireside Chats](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar-category/fireside-chats/)

## Webinar Replays

- [Replay Available](https://emhicglobal.com/webinar-replay/replay-available/)