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Purpose

A surge in the rate of mental health problems on college campuses has overwhelmed counseling centers and left many students without access to the resources they need.  ​

Method

We are investigating the implementation of digital tools to improve the current state of care on college campuses and understand how a mobile app may be adapted to support students' mental health. ​

Collection

In this phase of the study, we are seeking to learn if data collected through smartphone applications may be helpful in understanding more about daily life and stress in college especially as it relates to exercise, sleep, screen time and social interactions during this period of ‘social distancing’ brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Interpretation

Student data collected through the apps is analyzed alongside students' scores on mental health assessments.

Implementation

The LAMP app will be adjusted to better serve the college student population. This adapted LAMP app will then be tested with a group of students.

Relevant Reading

​Lattie, E. G., Lipson, S. K., & Eisenberg, D.: Technology and College Student Mental Health: Challenges and Opportunities. Front Psychiatry 2019; 10.​

Questions?

Please contact Jenny
jmelcher@bidmc.harvard.edu
617-667-0029