Algorithmic surveillance in the era of the mental health appsphere.

Journal: American journal of community psychology

Volume: 73

Issue: 1-2

Year of Publication: 2024

Affiliated Institutions:  School of Disability Studies, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Abstract summary 

Digital mental health applications, also known as mHealth apps, are designed to help users manage their mental health using technology such as mobile devices and smartphones. However, there has been little critical engagement surrounding their impact on marginalized communities, and Black people in Canada. This article aims to explore how state and private actors conceptualize the digitalization of mental health access, leading to the creation and implementation of these apps. It is important to consider the links and interconnections between the platform and the app, and to be cautious and curious before adopting yet another app that claims to manage and mitigate moods and address mental health needs. We should be considering the implications of what comes with this access and apparent ease of use.

Authors & Co-authors:  Abdillahi

Study Outcome 

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Citations :  Abdillahi, I. (2022). Black women under state: Surveillance, poverty, & the violence of social assistance. ARP Books.
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Identifiers
Doi : 10.1002/ajcp.12743
SSN : 1573-2770
Study Population
Male,Female
Mesh Terms
Humans
Other Terms
access;applications (apps);marginalization;mental health;technology
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Country of Study
Publication Country
England