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ReviewInternet interventions2025

Delivering real-time support for self-injury: A systematic review on ecological momentary interventions.

Anna Julià, Irene Jaén, Azucena García-Palacios, Juan Carlos Pascual, Anna Sintes, Anaís Lara, Iria Méndez, Soledad Romero, Joaquim Puntí, Joaquim Soler and 4 more

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Review in Internet interventions, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 4 papers.

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14 authors.

Anna JuliàDepartment of Psychiatry, Hospital Universitari d'Igualada (Consorci Sanitari de l'Anoia) & Fundació Sanitària d'Igualada, Igualada, Barcelona 08700, Spain.
Irene JaénDepartment of Basic and Clinical Psychology and Psychobiology, Jaume I University, 12071 Castellon de la Plana, Spain.
Azucena García-PalaciosDepartment of Basic and Clinical Psychology and Psychobiology, Jaume I University, 12071 Castellon de la Plana, Spain.
Juan Carlos PascualDepartment of Psychiatry and Forensic Medicine, School of Medicine, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.
Anna SintesServicio de Psiquiatría y Psicología, Hospital Sant Joan de Déu, Esplugues de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain.
Anaís LaraServicio de Psiquiatría, ALTHAIA, Xarxa Assistencial de Manresa, Manresa, Barcelona, Spain.
Iria MéndezServei de Psiquiatria & Psicol Infantil Juvenil. Hospital Universitari Mutua Terrassa, Fundació Recerca Mutua Terrassa, Terrassa, Catalonia, Spain.
Soledad RomeroCentro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Salud Mental, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Spain.
Joaquim PuntíCentro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Salud Mental, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Spain.
Joaquim SolerDepartment of Psychiatry and Forensic Medicine, School of Medicine, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.
Marta BanquéDepartment of Psychiatry, Hospital Universitari d'Igualada (Consorci Sanitari de l'Anoia) & Fundació Sanitària d'Igualada, Igualada, Barcelona 08700, Spain.
Marina López-SolàInstitute of Neurosciences, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.
Jordi Solé-CasalsData and Signal Processing Group, University of Vic - Central University of Catalonia, 08500 Vic, Spain.
Daniel VegaDepartment of Psychiatry, Hospital Universitari d'Igualada (Consorci Sanitari de l'Anoia) & Fundació Sanitària d'Igualada, Igualada, Barcelona 08700, Spain.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Introduction: Ecological momentary interventions (EMIs) delivered via smartphone apps have gained attention as a potential tool for addressing self-injurious thoughts and behaviors (SITB), particularly non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI). This systematic review aims to assess the efficacy and feasibility of smartphone-based EMIs in reducing SITB and improving mental health outcomes. Methods: A systematic review was conducted, focusing on smartphone-based EMIs targeting SITB, with particular emphasis on those addressing NSSI. The latest search was made in February 2025. Results: Sixteen studies featuring smartphone-based EMIs were included. Overall, these studies showed promising evidence for the reduction of SITB. Specifically, several studies reported reductions in NSSI frequency and improvements in emotional regulation among participants. Feasibility and acceptability data showed good results. Limitations: Key limitations include small sample sizes, study heterogeneity, lack of follow-up, reliance on self-reports, and absence of standardized tools to distinguish NSSI from other self-injurious behaviors. Conclusions: Results are promising, while the efficacy of smartphone-based EMIs SITB requires further validation through large-scale and well-designed studies. The integration of digital interventions into broader mental health care strategies offers a potential avenue for addressing the treatment gap in at-risk populations, particularly those with limited access to traditional care.

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Ecological momentary assessmentEcological momentary interventionMobile applicationsNon-suicidal self-injurySelf-injurious behaviorSuicide

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PMCPMC12060517

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