The use of information and communication technologies by adolescents living with a mental illness in the past 5 years: Scoping review.

The use of information and communication technologies (ICT) is a huge part of adolescents' lives, especially by those living with a mental illness. However, very few studies explore their experience with the use of ICT and how it affects their health. The purpose of this study was to better understand the use of ICT by adolescents living with a mental illness. A scoping review was undertaken using Arksey and O'Malley's method to explore this understudied topic. The following databases were searched: Medline, CINAHL and Psychology and Behavioural Sciences Collection. Studies published between 2017 and 2022 were included. Data were analysed using a data extraction and an analysis grid developed by the research team. Of 1984 articles, only seven met the inclusion criteria. These articles allowed for a better understanding of the type of mental illness these young ICT users had, the type of ICT they use and their overall experience using ICT. The diagnoses most associated with the use of these ICT were suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety and eating illnesss. Types of ICT used were very diverse and adolescents had both positive and negative experiences using these ICT. Very few interventions using ICT were developed according to the needs of adolescents with mental illness. These adolescents often cope with the help of ICT and can have an overall positive experience. Their experience can also be negative as some of them were exposed to suicide-related and violent content. Future research is needed to better understand the best ICT interventions for these young people.

Promoting employee wellbeing and preventing non-clinical mental health problems in the workplace: a preparatory consultation survey.

BACKGROUND: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face major financial losses due to mental health issues affecting employees at all levels but seldom apply programs to promote wellbeing and prevent mental health issues among employees. To support the development of a multi-country workplace-based mental health intervention for SMEs (MENTUPP), a multinational consultation study was conducted. The study aimed to examine the experiences and needs of SMEs concerning the promotion of employee wellbeing, and the prevention and management of non-clinical mental health problems in workplaces. METHODS: A survey consisting of open and closed questions was designed to assess key informants' opinion about the acceptability, the use, and the implementation of interventions to promote wellbeing and prevent mental health issues in the workplace. Academic experts and representatives of SME organisations, specific sector organisations, labour or advocacy groups, and occupational health organisations across the nine MENTUPP intervention countries (eight European countries and Australia) were invited to complete the survey. Data were collected via the online platform Qualtrics. Sixty-five of 146 informants responded, representing a 44.5% response rate. Descriptive statistics were used to analyse the quantitative data and qualitative data were analysed through thematic analysis. RESULTS: Measures to create mentally healthy workplaces were most used in SMEs, while more specific mental health interventions, such as training staff on how to promote wellbeing, were hardly used. Managers lack resources to implement mental health interventions and are concerned about employees spending too much time on these interventions during working hours. Receiving information about the economic benefits of mental health interventions and hearing successful testimonials from other SMEs can persuade managers otherwise. Employees have concerns about confidentiality, discrimination and stigma, and career opportunities when using such interventions. CONCLUSIONS: The study identifies a variety of challenges, needs and possibilities related to implementing mental health interventions in SMEs. Employers need to be convinced that investing in mental health in the workplace is worth their time and money. This requires more studies on the (cost-)effectiveness of mental health interventions. Once employers are engaged, their knowledge and competencies about how to implement such interventions should be increased and privacy concerns of employees to participate in them should be addressed.

[Se familiariser au transport en commun par l'apprentissage d'outils de planification technologiques : effets d'un programme co-construit avec des partenaires de la communauté auprès d'aînés vivant avec des incapacités].

Cette étude visait à documenter comment un programme de familiarisation à l'utilisation du transport en commun influence l'expérience de mobilité des aînés. Ce programme a été co-construit avec des partenaires clés afin d'y inclure l'usage d'outils de planification technologiques et un accompagnement personnalisé tenant compte des incapacités des participants. Une étude de cas multiples (n = 7) a été menée selon une approche mixte convergente, combinant des méthodes qualitatives (p. ex., entrevues) et quantitatives (p. ex., cartes à puces). Les participants qui ont bénéficié davantage de la formation ont rapporté une meilleure connaissance du transport en commun et une plus grande confiance à utiliser l'autobus. Ils ont aussi effectué plus de sorties. Nos résultats suggèrent d'intégrer une destination « signifiante ¼ et l'apprentissage d'outils de planification non technologiques à la formation pour en assurer la compatibilité avec les besoins et le niveau de littératie numérique des aînés. De futures études aideront à favoriser cette option de transport en amont de la perte du permis de conduire.

A "fractal" expander-compressor-supplier formative research method on array processing.

In the present research the typical triangle on formative research was extended to a double triangle for an overall career programme (here expander/ compressor) and funnel proposal was explored in a single course (as a "fractal" method). Array processing and ElectroEncephaloGram (EEG) techniques have been incorporated into a Digital Signal Processing (DSP) course and research projects. The present research question was: is it possible to insert array sensing on formative research in an undergraduate course of DSP? From over eight years, two semesters with different homework loads (homogeneous triangle vs expander-compressor-supplier distributions) were analysed in detail within the DSP evaluations and students chose between experimental applied analysis and a formative research project. Results showed that cognitive load was influenced positively in the expander-compressor-supplier distribution, showing that an increase of the efficiency undertook more undergraduate research on array processing and the decrease of the number of formative applied projects. Over a longer term (48 months) students undertook more undergraduate research works on array processing and DSP techniques. Supplementary Information: The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s10639-023-11837-y.

Computer self-efficacy and ICT integration in education: Structural relationship and mediating effects.

Students become more actively involved in their studies when teachers integrate ICT into their lessons. Since computer self-efficacy is positively related to the integration of technology in education, improving pre-service teachers' computer self-efficacy could increase their intention to use technology. The present study explores the association between computer self-efficacy (basic technology skills, advanced technology skills, and technology for pedagogy) and pre-service teachers' intentions to use technology (traditional use of technology and constructivist use of technology). Data collected from 267 Bahrain Teachers College students were used to validate the questionnaires using confirmatory factor analysis. The Structural equation modeling approach was used to explore the hypothesized relationships. Mediation analysis was also performed, and the results indicated that basic technology skills and advanced technology skills mediated the relationship between technology for pedagogy and the traditional use of technology. Advanced technology skills did not mediate the relationship between technology for pedagogy and constructivist use of technology.

Effects of COVID-19 on Telework and Commuting Behavior: Evidence from 3 Years of Panel Data.

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced employers and employees to re-evaluate their attitudes toward telecommuting. This induced a change in the sheer number of people who have started to work from home (WFH). While previous studies highlight differences between telecommuters based on their level of telecommuting experience, these effects have not been studied in detail. This may limit the evaluation of implications for post-pandemic times and the transferability of models and predictions based on data collected during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study expands on previous findings by comparing the characteristics and behavior of those who have started to telecommute during the pandemic and those who had already telecommuted before. Furthermore, this study addresses the uncertainty that exists about whether the findings of studies conducted before the pandemic-for example about sociodemographic characteristics of telecommuters-still hold true, or if the pandemic induced a shift in telecommuters' profiles. Telecommuters show differences when considering their previous experience in WFH. The results of this study suggest that the transition induced by the pandemic was more drastic for new telecommuters compared with experienced telecommuters. The COVID-19 pandemic had an effect on how household configurations are considered in the choice to WFH. With decreased access to child care resulting from school closings, people with children in the household were more likely to choose to telecommute during the pandemic. Also, while people living alone are generally less likely to choose to WFH, this effect was reduced as a result of the pandemic.

Equity Implications of Ride-Hail Travel during COVID-19 in California.

COVID-19 has shocked every system in the U.S., including transportation. In the first months of the pandemic, driving and transit use fell far below normal levels. Yet people still need to travel for essential purposes like medical appointments, buying groceries, and-for those who cannot work from home-to work. For some, the pandemic may exacerbate extant travel challenges as transit agencies reduce service hours and frequency. As travelers reevaluate modal options, it remains unclear how one mode-ride-hailing-fits into the transportation landscape during COVID-19. In particular, how does the number of ride-hail trips vary across neighborhood characteristics before versus during the pandemic? And how do patterns of essential trips pre-pandemic compare with those during COVID-19? To answer these questions, we analyzed aggregated Uber trip data before and during the first two months of the COVID-19 pandemic across four regions in California. We find that during these first months, ride-hail trips fell at levels commensurate with transit (82%), while trips serving identified essential destinations fell by less (62%). Changes in ride-hail use were unevenly distributed across neighborhoods, with higher-income areas and those with more transit commuters and higher shares of zero-car households showing steeper declines in the number of trips made during the pandemic. Conversely, neighborhoods with more older (aged 45+) residents, and a greater proportion of Black, Hispanic/Latinx, and Asian residents still appear to rely more on ride-hail during the pandemic compared with other neighborhoods. These findings further underscore the need for cities to invest in robust and redundant transportation systems to create a resilient mobility network.

Longitudinal Analysis of COVID-19 Impacts on Mobility: An Early Snapshot of the Emerging Changes in Travel Behavior.

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a huge disruption worldwide with direct and indirect effects on travel behavior. In response to extensive community spread and potential risk of infection, during the early stage of the pandemic many state and local governments implemented non-pharmaceutical interventions that restricted non-essential travel for residents. This study evaluates the impacts of the pandemic on mobility by analyzing micro panel data (N = 1,274) collected in the United States via online surveys in two periods, before and during the early phase of the pandemic. The panel makes it possible to observe initial trends in travel behavior change, adoption of online shopping, active travel, and use of shared mobility services. This analysis intends to document a high-level overview of the initial impacts to spur future research to dive deeper into these topics. With the analysis of the panel data, substantial shifts are found from physical commutes to teleworking, more adoption of e-shopping and home delivery services, more frequent trips by walking and biking for leisure purposes, and changes in ridehailing use with substantial variations across socioeconomic groups. The social and environmental implications of these findings are discussed and suggestions for effective policy and directions for future research are made in the conclusion.

Impacts of COVID-19 on Future Preferences Toward Telework.

This paper presents a study in capturing the impacts of the mandatory pandemic-induced telework practice on workers' perceptions of the benefits, challenges, and difficulties associated with telecommuting and how those might influence their preference for telework in the future. Data was collected through an online survey conducted in South Florida in May 2020. Survey data showed that telework indices (either measured through actual behavior or stated preference) before, during, and after the pandemic were heterogeneous across socio-economic, demographic, and attitudinal segments. Before the outbreak, males, full-time students, those with PhD degrees, and high-income people showed higher percentages of involvement in jobs with a telework option. They also had higher pro-technology, pro-online education, workaholic, and pro-telework attitudes. During the pandemic, professional/managerial/technical jobs as well as jobs with lower physical-proximity measures showed the highest telework frequency. In view of future telework preferences, our analysis showed that those who were more pro-telework, pro-technology, and showed less dislike of telework dislike preferred higher telework frequency. A structural equation model was developed to assess the impacts of different predictors on telework behavior before the pandemic and preferences after the pandemic. While telework frequency before the pandemic was highly affected by the pro-telework attitude, the after-pandemic preferences were influenced by several other attitudes such as dislike telework, enjoy interaction, workaholic, as well as productivity factors. This might confirm the assumption that the mandatory practice through the pandemic has provided employees more experiences with work-from-home arrangements, which could reshape decisions and expectations around telework adoption in the future.

Developing a Validated Instrument to Measure Students' Active Learning and Actual Use of Information and Communication Technologies for Learning in Saudi Arabia's Higher Education.

Higher education authorities have supplied information and communication technologies (ICTs) to guarantee that students use ICT to improve their learning and research outputs. ICT, on the other hand, has been proven to be underused, particularly by students. Therefore, we aimed to develop a new model to measure students' active learning and actual use of ICT in higher education. To investigate this issue, the technology acceptance model and constructivism learning theory were verified and applied to evaluate university students' use of ICT for active learning purposes. The participants in the study were 317 postgraduate and undergraduate students from four faculties at King Faisal University who consented to take part. The research data were analyzed using structural equation modeling (AMOS-SEM). Three specific components were used: the technology adoption model, constructivism learning, and active learning using ICT. The findings revealed that: (a) using ICTs for students' interactivity, engagement, expected effort, subjective norm, and perceived ease of use has a direct positive impact on perceived enjoyment and usefulness; (b) perceived enjoyment and usefulness has a direct positive impact on active learning, attitude toward use, and behavioral intention to use ICTs; (c) active learning has a direct positive impact on attitude toward use, behavioral intention to use ICTs; and (d) active learning has a direct positive impact on attitude. Moreover, the results showed the mediator factors' values positively "R square," active learning (0.529), attitude toward use (0.572), behavioral intention to use (0.583), and actual ICT use (0.512) in higher education. Therefore, the results of the hypotheses developed a validated instrument to measure students' active learning and actual use of ICTs in higher education in Saudi Arabia.

Telehealth for the Care of Complex Chronic Pediatric Patients in Latin America and the Caribbean: Narrative Review.

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: This article is a review of the most significant productions on the care of pediatric patients with complex and/or rare chronic diseases in the field of telehealth, produced in Latin America and the Caribbean. It inquires about accessibility to health, its efficiency for the care of chronic and rare diseases, its acceptability/resistance by users (health teams and patients), and the standardization-evaluation of telecare processes. RECENT FINDINGS: The formation of reference networks for patients with chronic and rare diseases. SUMMARY: The incorporation of ICTs in comprehensive patient care is carried out mainly through home telemonitoring and the use of virtual platforms to empower patients and families. This modality allows to improve the attention and to offer assistance of specialties when there are geographic gaps. Telemedicine improves health outcomes, although article samples are mostly limited. It is made visible that the greatest impact in the region will be linked to the development of telehealth protocols and standards and legal and ethical frameworks, in order to guarantee good telehealth practices.

Effectiveness of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Interventions in Elderly's Sleep Disturbances: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Sleep is a crucial factor for human health and is closely related to quality of life. Sleep disturbances constitute a health problem that should be solved, especially when it affects the elderly. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of information and communication technologies (ICT) interventions in managing sleep disturbances in the elderly. The study used a systematic review of three databases: Ovid-Medline, Ovid-EMBASE, and the Cochrane library database for papers published till 15 April 2021. Two authors independently selected and screened relevant studies based on predefined inclusion criteria. The meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) was carried out using Review Manager 5.4. Two authors independently screened the titles and abstracts of 4297 studies considering both inclusion and exclusion criteria. The complete texts of 47 articles were then evaluated, 31 articles were excluded, and finally, 16 articles were selected. Our meta-analysis showed that the cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) group had a significantly reduced Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) compared to the control group (-4.81 [-5.56, -4.06], p < 0.00001, I2 = 83%) in RCTs, with a significant reduction in ISI (3.47 [1.58, 5.35], p = 0.0003) found in quasi-experimental studies. A significant improvement was found in total sleep time in the CBT-I group compared to the control group (29.24 [15.41, 43.07], p <0.0001) in RCTs, while the CBT-I group showed significantly reduced wake time after sleep onset compared to the control group (-20.50 [-26.60, -14.41], p < 0.00001). In addition, a significant reduction in depression was found in the CBT-I group compared to the control group (-2.11 [-2.85, -1.37], p < 0.00001, I2 = 0%) in RCTs. The quality of life-mental component score (5.75 [1.64, 9.87], p = 0.006, I2 = 0%) and the quality of life-physical component score (5.19 [0.76, 9.62], p = 0.02, I2 = 0%) showed significant improvement in the CBT-I group compared to the control group. ICT interventions showed positive effects on sleep disturbances of the elderly, specifically confirming the positive effect on depression and quality of life as well as the indicators directly related to sleep such as ISI and quality of sleep. Thus, the application of ICT in the healthcare sector will be greater in the future, with changes in the nursing education and practice guidelines so that nurses can play a pivotal role in promoting health behaviors such as sleep-related quality of life and daily activities of the elderly.

The Role of Digitalization in the Target Scenario of Russian Economic Development.

The article considers the contribution of the ICT sector to the medium- and long-term development of the Russian economy. The target scenario of Russian economic development and the conditions necessary for its implementation are analyzed. The necessity of completing the ICT Ecosystem to full cycle is substantiated. The strategies of fostering "national champions" are analyzed, and a target strategy is defined.

Teletherapie ­ eine innovative Therapiemöglichkeit (auch) für ältere Menschen.

Teletherapy enables the provision of therapy services at a distance, supported by the use of information and communication technologies (ICT), for example by means of videoconferencing. This sub-discipline of telemedicine allows, to respond and adapt to global challenges and changing health needs of the population. The Albert Schweitzer Clinic of the Geriatric Health Centers has been using teletherapeutic after-care since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal is to support patients (Ø 80 years) in carrying out their therapy plan at home after their stay in a geriatric day clinic by using digital media and mobile devices. In this article, we report on their impressions and, together with an expert, explore the question of how teletherapy is being used in Austria.

Instrumento de Promoción de salud bucal para maestros sobre traumatismos dentarios en niños a través de la Red Ceibal / Instrumento de promoção da saúde bucal para professores de escola sobre trauma dentário em crianças por meio da Rede Ceibal / Oral health promotion tool for teachers on dealing with traumatic dental injuries in schoolchildren through the Ceibal network

Resumen: Los traumatismos dentarios se producen principalmente en la edad y ámbito escolar; el accionar inmediato mejora su pronóstico. Objetivo: Evaluar la implementación de una herramienta virtual que describa las acciones inmediatas a ejecutar ante lesiones traumáticas dentarias en niños a través del Plan de Conectividad Educativa de Informática Básica para el Aprendizaje en Línea, red informática de alcance nacional. Metodología: Se desarrolló un diseño de investigación-acción, multi método. Para el análisis cuantitativo se aplicó estadística descriptiva y teoría fundamentada para el cualitativo. Resultados: Se recepcionaron 138 respuestas, 92% mujeres, 51% escuelas de Montevideo, 13% rurales. Se diferenciaron 4 categorías en la resolución de la situación. La percepción sobre claridad del protocolo no mostró diferencias significativas según tipo de escuela ni localización. El 75% valoró con ≥8 (escala 1-10) su satisfacción con la capacitación recibida. Conclusiones La incorporación de las TIC en actividades de promoción de salud bucal fue valorada positivamente desde los propios actores.

Resumo: Os traumatismos dentários se produzem principalmente na idade e âmbito da escola; uma açao imediata melhorará seu prognóstico. Objetivo: Avalie sua implementação uma ferramenta virtual que descreva as ações imediatas a serem tomadas diante de lesões traumáticas em crianças por meio do Plano Básico de Conectividade Educacional de Computação para Aprendizagem Online, uma rede nacional de computadores. Metodologia: Foi desenvolvido um projeto de pesquisa-ação multi-método. Para a análise quantitativa, foram aplicadas estatísticas descritivas, e teoria fundamentada. para o a qualitativao. Resultados: Foram recebidas 138 respostas, 92% mulheres, 51% escolas de Montevidéu, 13% rurais. 4 categorias foram diferenciadas na resolução da situação. A percepção de clareza do protocolo não apresentou diferenças significativas conforme o tipo de escola ou localidade. 75% avaliaram sua satisfação com o treinamento recebido como ≥8 (escala de 1 a 10). Conclusões: A incorporação das TIC nas atividades de promoção da saúde bucal foi valorizada positivamente pelos próprios atores.

Abstract: Dental trauma affects mainly children, and when they are at school; immediate action improves its prognosis. Objective: To evaluate the implementation of a virtual tool describing the immediate actions to take when children sustain traumatic dental injuries. The tool was included in the nationwide ICT network called Educational Connectivity in Basic Computing for Online Learning (Ceibal network). Methodology: A multi-method action-research design was developed. The qualitative analysis was conducted applying descriptive statistics and the quantitative analysis, grounded theory. Results: A total of 138 responses were received: 92% women, 51% from Montevideo schools, and 13% from rural schools. Four categories were identified in how the situation was addressed. No significant differences were found in people's opinion of the virtual protocol (web application) when comparing the type of school or location. Regarding satisfaction with the training received, 75% rated it ≥8 (scale 1-10). Conclusions: Including ICT in activities that promote oral health was positively valued by stakeholders.

Desarrollo de competencias digitales en el profesorado a través de juegos serios: un estudio de caso aplicado en la Universidad de Costa Rica (UCR) / Development of digital competencies in teachers through serious games: a case study applied at Universidad de Costa Rica (UCR)

Resumen El presente artículo de investigación científica reúne resultados de un estudio de caso sobre la integración de juegos serios en actividades formativas del personal docente en la adquisición de competencias digitales. Este estudio analiza el grado de aceptación por parte de docentes hacia las Tecnologías de la Información y de la Comunicación (TIC) implicadas, en particular los juegos serios, y evaluar dichas competencias; asimismo, describe la aplicación de una metodología propia utilizada para la organización de la experiencia con el personal docente de la Sede del Atlántico-Universidad de Costa Rica (UCR), trabajando con AstroCódigo (juego serio) con la intención de aproximar a cincuenta y seis docentes participantes al uso de videojuegos en procesos formativos y a la resolución de problemas de manera algorítmica; para valorar la opinión del personal docente y directivo, se utilizó la aplicación de entrevistas, observación participante, encuestas y grupos focales. Los resultados permiten percibir que el profesorado acepta los juegos serios y registra un cambio de opinión respecto a las variables que influyen para su adopción en su quehacer docente. Se concluye que la experiencia dio cuenta de la motivación y del interés de seguir participando en instancias de capacitación para fomentar la generación de competencias digitales por parte del personal académico. Se resalta la anuencia de las autoridades encargadas de la gestión universitaria en brindar apoyo a futuros proyectos y actividades vinculadas con la formación del profesorado en tecnologías digitales a través de juegos serios.

Abstract The following scientific investigation article gathers the results of a case study about the integration of serious games in formative activities for faculty to acquire digital competencies. The study analyzing the level of acceptance among faculty towards Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) involved, particularly serious games, and assessing the competencies: it also describes the application of a methodology used to organize the experience of the faculty of the Atlantic Branch of the University of Costa Rica (UCR), using AstroCódigo (serious game) to approach 56 participating teachers to the use of video games in formative processes and problem-solving using algorithms. Interviews, participants' observations, surveys and focus groups were used to assess the opinion of faculty and directors. Results revealed that faculty accepts serious games and registers a change of opinion regarding the variables that influence their adoption in their teaching. In conclusion, the experience revealed motivation and the interest of participating in training activities to develop digital competencies on behalf of the academic staff. It is important to highlight the willingness of the university management authorities to support future projects and activities related to faculty professional development in digital technologies through serious games.

A tecnologia e a atividade dos psicólogos e psicólogas em tempos da pandemia de COVID-19: desafios e apontamentos / Technology and the psychologists' role in COVID-19 times: challenges and notes / La tecnología y la actividad de los psicólogos en tiempos de COVID-19: desafíos y apuntes

Este artigo discute a relação entre o trabalho dos psicólogos e psicólogas e a tecnologia, no contexto marcado pela pandemia da covid-19. Com base na análise da dupla condição da Psicologia, como ciência e profissão, historicamente construída e reproduzida, o texto propõe uma análise crítica da intensificação do uso das Tecnologias de Informação e Comunicação (TIC), com ênfase na atividade de atendimentos clínicos individuais, por se tratar de uma modalidade de serviço em flagrante expansão no atual contexto, em razão das contingências impostas pela pandemia. Como resultados preliminares, evidencia-se o crescimento, sem precedentes, do número de cadastros de psicólogos e psicólogas interessados em realizar atendimento online e observam-se ações dos órgãos reguladores da profissão que objetivam fiscalizar tais práticas e impedir o uso indevido da tecnologia. Ressaltam-se, neste cenário, os riscos da "uberização" do trabalho do psicólogo e psicóloga e de uma retração do campo da Psicologia como profissão.

This article discusses, in the context marked by the Covid-19 pandemic, the relationship between the work of psychologists and technology. Based on the analysis of the double role of Psychology as science and profession, historically constructed and reproduced, the text proposes a critical analysis of the intensified use of Information and Communications Technology (ICT), especially regarding the activity of individual clinical care as a kind of service in clear expansion in the current context, due to the restrictions imposed because of the pandemic. As a preliminary result, it is observed an unprecedented growth of registration numbers of psychologists interested in providing online care, as much as the actions of the professional councils aiming to inspect such practices and prevent the misuse of technology. In this scenario, we stress the risks of the uberization of the psychologist's work, and a shrinking of the professional field.

Este artículo analiza la relación entre el trabajo de los psicólogos y la tecnología, en el contexto marcado por la pandemia Covid-19. A partir del análisis de la doble condición de la Psicología, como ciencia y profesión, históricamente construida y reproducida, el texto propone un análisis crítico de la intensificación del uso de las Tecnologías de Información y Comunicación (TIC), con énfasis en la actividad de atención clínica individual, por ser una modalidad de servicio en flagrante expansión en el contexto actual, debido a las contingencias impuestas por la pandemia. Como resultado preliminar es observado un crecimiento sin precedentes del número de registros de psicólogos interesados en realizar la asistencia en línea, al lado de las acciones de los organismos reguladores de la profesión para inspeccionar tales prácticas. En este contexto, al mismo tiempo, se señalan los riesgos de "uberización" del trabajo del psicólogo y de una retracción del campo de la psicología como profesión.

A Method to Compare the Delivery of Psychiatric Care for People with Treatment-Resistant Schizophrenia.

INTRODUCTION: Community services are gaining ground when it comes to attention to patients with psychiatric diseases. Regarding patients with treatment-resistant schizophrenia (TRS), the use of information and communication technology (ICT) could help to shift the focus from hospital-centered attention to community services. This study compares the differences in mental health services provided for patients with TRS in Budapest (Hungary), Tel-Aviv (Israel) and Catalonia (Spain) by means of a method for the quick appraisal of gaps among the three places, for a potential implementation of the same ICT tool in these regions. METHODS: An adapted version of the Description and Standardised Evaluation of Services and Directories in Europe for Long Term Care (DESDE-LTC) instrument was made by researchers in Semmelweis University (Budapest, Hungary), Gertner Institute (Tel-Aviv, Israel) and Hospital de la Santa Creu I Sant Pau and Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu (Catalonia, Spain). RESULTS: Two types of outpatient care services were available in the three regions. Only one type of day-care facility was common in the whole study area. Two residential care services, one for acute and the other for non-acute patients were available in every region. Finally, two self-care and volunteer-care facilities were available in the three places. CONCLUSION: Although the availability of services was different in each region, most of the services provided were sufficiently similar to allow the implementation of the same ICT solution in the three places.

Cyber and Offline Dating Abuse in a Portuguese Sample: Prevalence and Context of Abuse.

The increasing use of information and communication technologies (ICT) and networking has promoted the occurrence of different forms of victimization, specifically in terms of interpersonal interaction (e.g., cyberbullying or online risk-taking behaviour), which also includes cyber dating abuse (CDA). Some studies report that CDA is an extension of offline dating abuse (ODA). Because Portuguese studies in this area are scarce, this study aims to bridge this knowledge gap, seeking to investigate the extent and the context of CDA occurrence, and the relationship between CDA and all forms of ODA, i.e., physical, verbal-emotional and control. A convenience sample of 173 Portuguese adolescents and young adults was studied. This sample is mostly female (86.7%), has a mean (M) age of 25.36 years old and a standard deviation (SD) of 6.88 years of age. The results show that CDA and ODA among the Portuguese are very prevalent and related. Control (31.8 vs. 20.8%) and verbal-emotional ODA (26.7 vs. 20.2%) as well as control CDA (38.2 vs. 43.4%) were the most prevalent forms of abuse, either in terms of victimization or in terms of perpetration. The results also showed that CDA usually appears in a context of jealousy, also explaining control CDA and CDA direct aggression. A significant relationship between control CDA and CDA direct aggression and physical, verbal-emotional and control ODA was found. Experiencing control and verbal-emotional ODA are the main risk factors of control CDA victimization. This study allows to lay the groundwork for further research on dating victimization and perpetration through ICT, and has important practical implications at the level of Portuguese prevention strategies and intervention policies, thus emphasizing the role of the official authorities and the law itself.