Randomized controlled trial of an online machine learning-driven risk assessment and intervention platform for increasing the use of crisis services.

Journal: Journal of consulting and clinical psychology
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Abstract

OBJECTIVE: Mental illness is a leading cause of disease burden; however, many barriers prevent people from seeking mental health services. Technological innovations may improve our ability to reach underserved populations by overcoming many existing barriers. We evaluated a brief, automated risk assessment and intervention platform designed to increase the use of crisis resources provided to those online and in crisis.

Authors

  • Adam C Jaroszewski
    Department of Psychology, Harvard University.
  • Robert R Morris
    Koko.
  • Matthew K Nock
    Department of Psychology, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, USA.