To identify and synthesize existing research on the factors that influence the acceptability of wearable devices for supporting mental wellbeing in adolescents.
Approach:
Search Strategy: A systematic search was conducted across five academic databases (Web of Science, PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and PsycINFO) using the SPIDER framework to capture relevant studies.
Eligibility Criteria: Included studies focused on adolescents aged 10-24, examined wearable devices for mental wellbeing support, and included acceptability-related outcomes.
Study Selection and Data Extraction: Abstract and full-text screening were performed independently by two reviewers, with conflicts resolved through discussion.
Key Findings:
There is a critical gap in understanding the acceptability of wearable devices for adolescent mental wellbeing.
Adolescents face barriers such as competition for screentime and privacy concerns that affect their engagement with digital technologies.
Existing reviews primarily focus on feasibility and effectiveness rather than acceptability of wearable interventions.
Interpretation:
The review highlights the need for further research on the acceptability of wearable devices to ensure they meet the needs of adolescents.
Limitations:
Limited reviews specifically addressing wearable devices for mental health interventions.
Exclusion of studies that only measured intervention effectiveness without acceptability outcomes.
Conclusion:
This review contributes to the understanding of factors influencing the acceptability of wearable devices for adolescent mental health promotion.
