Sarmini Balakumar


2022

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Mental Health Mobile Applications Developed for Indigenous Communities in Canada: A Scoping Review
Noella Noronha, Ashley Avarino, Sarmini Balakumar, Katherine Toy, Savanah Smith, Christine Wekerle, Dawn Martin-Hill, Makasa Lookinghorse, Alexander Drossos, Anne Niec, Beverley Jacobs, Kristen Thomasen, Cynthia Lokker
Canadian Journal of Community Mental Health, Volume 41, Issue 1

In Canada, Indigenous populations have an increased prevalence of psychiatric disorders and distress. Mental health mobile applications can provide effective, easy-to-access, and low-cost support. Examining grey literature and academic sources, this review found three mobile apps that support mental health for Indigenous communities in Canada. Implications and future directions are discussed.