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Developing a Mental Health eClinic: A Data-Driven Approach to Improving Access for Young People

Developing a Mental Health eClinic: A Data-Driven Approach to Improving Access for Young People

As practitioners in the field of speech-language pathology and online therapy, it's crucial to stay updated with innovative research that can enhance our services. One such study, "Developing a Mental Health eClinic to Improve Access to and Quality of Mental Health Care for Young People: Using Participatory Design as Research Methodologies," offers significant insights into improving mental health care access for young people. This blog aims to help practitioners implement the outcomes of this research or encourage further investigation into its methodologies.

The study utilized participatory design (PD) methodologies, engaging young people and youth health professionals in the development of a Mental Health eClinic (MHeC). This approach ensured that the end users' needs and preferences were central to the design and functionality of the eClinic. The research revealed five key components essential for the MHeC:

Implementing these components can significantly improve the accessibility, affordability, and quality of mental health care for young people. The study also highlighted the importance of involving end users in the design process to ensure the final product meets their needs and preferences. This approach not only enhances usability but also increases engagement and satisfaction with the service.

For practitioners, adopting a similar participatory design approach can be beneficial. Engaging with your clients, especially young people, in the development and refinement of your services can lead to more effective and user-friendly solutions. Additionally, integrating comprehensive assessment tools and personalized plans can help provide more targeted and effective interventions.

Further research in this area is essential to continue improving mental health care access and quality. Exploring the impact of participatory design methodologies on other aspects of health care can provide valuable insights and lead to more innovative and effective solutions.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Developing a Mental Health eClinic to Improve Access to and Quality of Mental Health Care for Young People: Using Participatory Design as Research Methodologies.


Citation: Ospina-Pinillos, L., Davenport, T. A., Ricci, C. S., Milton, A. C., Scott, E. M., & Hickie, I. B. (2018). Developing a Mental Health eClinic to Improve Access to and Quality of Mental Health Care for Young People: Using Participatory Design as Research Methodologies. Journal of Medical Internet Research, 20(5), e188. https://doi.org/10.2196/jmir.9716
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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