Digital technologies: Are they the solution for young people's mental health?

Abstract

A recent survey found that over half of school age children said that their mental health had deteriorated while waiting for treatment. CAMHS does not have the resources to offer expert intervention to such a large percentage of the population. A digital solution may seem to offer instant accessibility at low cost; however, it is far from clear just how useful this digital approach will in fact be. Stephanie Thornton explains