Computer Technology and Children's Mental Health
Social Processes
Technology
Philip C. Kendall,
Matthew M. Carper,
Muniya S. Khanna,
M. Sue Harris,
Philip C. Kendall
Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Search for more papers by this authorMatthew M. Carper
Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Search for more papers by this authorMuniya S. Khanna
University of Pennsylvania, Philadephia, Pennsylvania, USA
Search for more papers by this authorPhilip C. Kendall,
Matthew M. Carper,
Muniya S. Khanna,
M. Sue Harris,
Philip C. Kendall
Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Search for more papers by this authorMatthew M. Carper
Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Search for more papers by this authorMuniya S. Khanna
University of Pennsylvania, Philadephia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Computer technology has sparked rapid change for children's mental health, altering how treatments can be delivered (e.g., stand-alone, computer-assisted). Research has found that computerized approaches produce comparable outcomes as treatments provided face-to-face. We define terms related to computer-assisted treatment and, with a focus on anxiety in youth, we consider the outcomes of computer-based and computer-assisted interventions (programs for youth, programs for training therapists, and programs for parents). We conclude with consideration of advances in technology and benefits for service providers, consumers, and researchers, and a discussion of key issues.
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