Anne Niec
2022
Mental Health Mobile Applications Developed for Indigenous Communities in Canada: A Scoping Review
Noella Noronha,
Ashley Avarino,
Sarmini Balakumar,
Katherine Toy,
Savanah Smith,
Christine Wekerle,
Dawn Martin-Hill,
Makasa Lookinghorse,
Alexander Drossos,
Anne Niec,
Beverley Jacobs,
Kristen Thomasen,
Cynthia Lokker
Canadian Journal of Community Mental Health, Volume 41, Issue 1
In Canada, Indigenous populations have an increased prevalence of psychiatric disorders and distress. Mental health mobile applications can provide effective, easy-to-access, and low-cost support. Examining grey literature and academic sources, this review found three mobile apps that support mental health for Indigenous communities in Canada. Implications and future directions are discussed.