‘As-needed’ apps have potential to prevent suicide
But evaluation of such digital interventions found only 50% were effective in reducing risk
13 March 2022 - 17:20
Mobile apps for people at risk of suicide can decrease suicidal thoughts and behaviours about half the time, a study on these digital tools, which “deliver as-needed help in the moment”, has found...
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