Digital mental health tools need human touch

One in eight people worldwide suffers from mental disorders, yet less than half receive adequate treatment. New research from the University of Reading, published today (Wed, 21 May) in PLOS One, reveals that keeping a human in the loop — even in scripted roles — significantly enhances emotional engagement and perceived empathy during online psychological interviews.

Scientists tested 75 participants across three types of short online interviews about their wellbeing: one with a…

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