Digital Interventions to Detect, Prevent and Manage Mental Health Problems in People with Chronic Conditions: Knowledge Synthesis

Google translate: The global COVID-19 pandemic is affecting the majority of countries and has caused hundreds of thousands of deaths so far. Considered a humanitarian disaster, it will have serious impacts on the mental health of the population, especially the most vulnerable groups, including people with chronic illnesses. These individuals are at greater risk of presenting mental health problems such as anxiety and depression, risks increased by the loss of social support and loneliness. If left untreated, these problems can have long-term consequences on people's health and increase the costs associated with their treatment. Scientific studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of first-line interventions in improving the management of mental health problems in people living with chronic illnesses. However, there is little knowledge about interventions that use digital technologies. In the context of the current crisis, these technologies can be a relevant solution to better reach people living with chronic diseases and intervene with them. Our project will verify whether there are effective digital health interventions to prevent, detect and manage mental health problems in people living with chronic illnesses. First, we will consult documents that summarize the results of research on the subject. Next, we will summarize the knowledge identified and share it with team partners. Finally, we will do further research in the scientific literature in order to answer the partners' questions as effectively as possible. This project will make it possible to develop digital health solutions for optimal monitoring of mental health problems in people with chronic diseases, adapting to the context of the COVID-19 crisis.]