Digital interventions in mental health: An overview and future perspectives

Löchner J, Carlbring P, Schuller B, Torous J, Sander LB (2025)

Publication Type: Journal article, Review article

Publication year: 2025

Journal

Internet Interventions Elsevier

Book Volume: 40

Article Number: 100824

DOI: 10.1016/j.invent.2025.100824

Abstract

As e-health offerings rapidly expand, they are transforming and challenging traditional mental health care systems globally, presenting both promising opportunities and significant risks. This article critically examines the potential and pitfalls of integrating digital technologies into mental health care, particularly in the realms of diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. It explores current advancements and evidence-based practices, and provides a vision for how future technologies can evolve responsibly to meet mental health needs. The article concludes with the TEQUILA framework, addressing essential elements and challenges for fostering a beneficial and ethical future. A responsible future for digital mental health requires building Trust by ensuring data privacy, security, and transparency in AI-driven decisions, along with Evidence-based and robust regulatory oversight to maintain Quality. Usability, design, usability tailored to diverse needs, and ethical alignment with users' Interests will all be essential, while Liability and Accreditation standards will safeguard accountability in this evolving landscape.

Authors with CRIS profile

Johanna Löchner Professorship for Translational Psychotherapy

Involved external institutions

Stockholm University / Stockholms universitet SE Sweden (SE) Technische Universität München (TUM) DE Germany (DE) Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) US United States (USA) (US) Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg DE Germany (DE)

How to cite

APA:

Löchner, J., Carlbring, P., Schuller, B., Torous, J., & Sander, L.B. (2025). Digital interventions in mental health: An overview and future perspectives. Internet Interventions, 40. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.invent.2025.100824

MLA:

Löchner, Johanna, et al. "Digital interventions in mental health: An overview and future perspectives." Internet Interventions 40 (2025).

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