The idea of treating mental health digitally is not new. Meanwhile, there are more than 500 mindfulness apps, offering meditation soundtracks, relaxation techniques and pearls of wisdom, not to mention the many fitness/self-optimisation apps making forays into mood tracking. There is evidence that mental health apps can work. Can data shape the future of mental health support? Moreover, mindfulness apps are largely peddling guided meditations, rather than providing the learning and insight you get from experienced teachers.

Source: The Guardian September 12, 2016 06:30 UTC