Digital Mental Health Support During COVID-19 in Singapore
Author Information
Author(s): Chaitali Sinha, Dinesh Dyuthi, Heaukulani Creighton, Phang Ye Sheng
Primary Institution: Wysa, Boston, MA, United States; MOH Office for Healthcare Transformation, Singapore
Hypothesis
Can a digital mental health intervention improve engagement and cognitive restructuring during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Conclusion
The study found that brief digital interventions can enhance user engagement and successfully facilitate cognitive restructuring in mental health support.
Supporting Evidence
- 69,055 unique users engaged with the Wysa app through the mindline.sg website.
- 91.6% of users who attempted cognitive restructuring successfully reframed a thought.
- 83.03% of user ratings for the app were 3 or higher on helpfulness.
Takeaway
This study shows that using a mental health app can help people feel better and think more positively, especially during tough times like a pandemic.
Methodology
A mixed-methods retrospective observational design was used, analyzing usage data and conducting thematic analysis on user feedback.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in user self-reporting and the retrospective nature of the data analysis.
Limitations
The study was retrospective and did not collect demographic data or mental health screening data.
Participant Demographics
Users were Singaporean citizens and residents, but specific demographic details were not collected.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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