About this Research Topic
The present Research Topic aims to consider how the higher education sector can support students and staff with mental health and emotional needs through the use of innovative digital technologies. The edition is interested in research that is utilising digital technologies to support the mental health of students and staff, technologies such as mobile apps, AI, chatbots, online services including counselling and online interventions and web-based applications. The research topic will also explore the current pandemic and the move to online mental health support and its impact.
The article collection welcomes empirical studies both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, case studies and reviews on a range of topics focusing on supporting students and staff in the Higher education sector with mental health and emotional needs through digital innovations. Themes may include the use of technology and mental health in relation to retention, attainment, recruitment, employability, personal tutoring, teaching & learning and student experience within the HE setting.
Keywords: higher education, mental health, online, technology
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