José María Fernández-Batanero, José Fernández-Cerero, Marta Montenegro-Rueda, Daniel Fernández-Cerero
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Background/objectives: Children's mental health is an issue of growing global concern, with a significant impact on children's emotional, social and cognitive development. In recent years, digital apps and platforms have emerged as innovative tools to address mental health challenges. This systematic review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of these technologies in supporting children's and adolescents' mental health.
Methods: A systematic search of PubMed, PsycINFO, Scopus and Web of Science databases was conducted.
Results: The results suggest that digital apps and platforms have significant potential to support children's mental health. However, their effectiveness depends on factors such as app design, parental involvement and cultural adaptation.
Conclusions: The inclusion of gamified elements and integration with traditional mental health strategies can enhance outcomes.
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Children is an international, open access journal dedicated to a streamlined, yet scientifically rigorous, dissemination of peer-reviewed science related to childhood health and disease in developed and developing countries.
The publication focuses on sharing clinical, epidemiological and translational science relevant to children’s health. Moreover, the primary goals of the publication are to highlight under‑represented pediatric disciplines, to emphasize interdisciplinary research and to disseminate advances in knowledge in global child health. In addition to original research, the journal publishes expert editorials and commentaries, clinical case reports, and insightful communications reflecting the latest developments in pediatric medicine. By publishing meritorious articles as soon as the editorial review process is completed, rather than at predefined intervals, Children also permits rapid open access sharing of new information, allowing us to reach the broadest audience in the most expedient fashion.
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