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Purpose <p>This study aims to review and analyze the evidence regarding the effectiveness and feasibility of smartphone applications as interventions for reducing PPD symptoms.</p> Methods <p>A comprehensive literature search was conducted across multiple databases, including PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus, CINAHL, PsycINFO, and the Cochrane Library, focusing on studies published from 2019 to 2024. A total of 491 studies were screened, yielding ten eligible studies comprising seven systematic reviews and three randomized controlled trials (RCTs).</p> Results <p>The literature suggests that smartphone applications show some promising results for PPD intervention, but the findings vary. Some studies demonstrated significant improvements, and others showed mixed results. Core elements of applications that have succeeded include educational resources, psychotherapy—mostly cognitive-behavioral—and support systems. Feasibility studies show high satisfaction and acceptability, especially when applications are user-friendly and have culturally relevant content.</p> Conclusion <p>This study provides current evidence on the effectiveness and usability of smartphone applications for postpartum depression (PPD). It highlights inconsistent findings, outlines key features of effective interventions, and recommends developing culturally sensitive and user-centered applications.</p>

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The effect of smartphone application on postpartum depression among mothers: a literature review

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    2025年3月12日

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  • Nour A. Alrida,
  • Ferial A. Hayajneh

摘要

Purpose

This study aims to review and analyze the evidence regarding the effectiveness and feasibility of smartphone applications as interventions for reducing PPD symptoms.

Methods

A comprehensive literature search was conducted across multiple databases, including PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus, CINAHL, PsycINFO, and the Cochrane Library, focusing on studies published from 2019 to 2024. A total of 491 studies were screened, yielding ten eligible studies comprising seven systematic reviews and three randomized controlled trials (RCTs).

Results

The literature suggests that smartphone applications show some promising results for PPD intervention, but the findings vary. Some studies demonstrated significant improvements, and others showed mixed results. Core elements of applications that have succeeded include educational resources, psychotherapy—mostly cognitive-behavioral—and support systems. Feasibility studies show high satisfaction and acceptability, especially when applications are user-friendly and have culturally relevant content.

Conclusion

This study provides current evidence on the effectiveness and usability of smartphone applications for postpartum depression (PPD). It highlights inconsistent findings, outlines key features of effective interventions, and recommends developing culturally sensitive and user-centered applications.