Suicide prevention apps

usability and acceptability among adolescents and young adults

Authors

  • Sra Instituto de Pós-Graduação e Graduação
  • Mrs Universidade Católica de Pernambuco
  • Srta Instituto de Pós-Graduação e Graduação
  • Srta Instituto de Pós-Graduação e Graduação
  • Srta Instituto de Pós-Graduação e Graduação

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7213/psicolargum.43.120.AO11

Abstract

Suicidal behavior among adolescents is a severe public health issue affecting millions of young people worldwide. With multidimensional risk factors including psychosocial, economic, and individual aspects, the expansion of socialization spaces to the digital environment provides new opportunities for mental health interventions. This integrative review aimed to identify the usability and acceptability concepts of apps designed to prevent suicide in adolescents. The review included studies published between 2013 and 2023 from Scielo, BVS, Medline, Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed databases. Empirical and systematic review articles addressing digital technology-mediated interventions for adolescents and youth aged 12 to 24 years. The analysis focused on criteria such as simplicity, accessibility, and the tools' ability to prevent suicidal behaviors. Findings suggest that the effectiveness of these technologies depends on their usability, acceptance by the target audience, and cultural adaptation. Apps like iBobbly, SafePlan, and wearable devices showed promise but highlighted the need for additional research and ongoing evaluations to ensure safety and efficacy. Integrating these technologies as a complement to traditional treatment under the supervision of health professionals is crucial to providing effective and safe support for at-risk adolescents.

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Published

2025-02-24

How to Cite

Oliveira Silva de Macedo, E., Donard, V., de Aquino Veloso, G., Mello Facciolli, M. E., & de Aquino Veloso, M. (2025). Suicide prevention apps: usability and acceptability among adolescents and young adults. Psicologia Argumento, 43(120). https://doi.org/10.7213/psicolargum.43.120.AO11