Digital Mental Health Education: A Review of E-learning and Mobile-Based Interventions for Emotional Health

Abstract

The proliferation of digital technologies has fundamentally transformed the landscape of mental health education and intervention delivery. This review examines the theoretical underpinnings, empirical evidence, and practical implications of e-learning and mobile-based interventions designed to promote emotional health. Drawing on literature published between 2000 and 2024, the review evaluates the effectiveness of web-based psychoeducation, smartphone applications, computerised cognitive behavioural therapy (cCBT), and other digital modalities in reducing psychological distress and enhancing emotional literacy across diverse populations. The evidence broadly supports the efficacy of well-designed digital mental health interventions, particularly those grounded in established therapeutic frameworks and supported by human guidance. Key challenges include issues of engagement and attrition, digital inequity, data privacy, and the need for rigorous quality assurance. The review concludes with recommendations for the development, evaluation, and ethical deployment of digital mental health education resources.

Keywords: Digital mental health, e-learning, mobile health, mHealth, emotional well-being, online interventions, cognitive behavioural therapy, mental health apps.