1*Amity Institute of Public Health and Hospital Administration, Amity University, Noida, India. Email: abhijeetpsinha@gmail.com. Orcid id: 0000-0002-2299-3475
2Amity Institute of Public Health and Hospital Administration, Amity University, Noida, India. Email: nanditachaurasia2@gmail.com. Orcid Id: 0009-0002-9530-6936
2Amity Institute of Public Health and Hospital Administration, Amity University, Noida, India. Email: dr.padmagana95@gmail.com. Orcid Id: 0009-0008-1333-8998
Background: Digital transformation has expanded the accessibility of mental healthcare and reshaped global service delivery.
Objective: To synthesise evidence on digital mental health tools, teletherapy models, implementation challenges, and global and Indian advancements.
Methods: Narrative review of peer-reviewed literature, WHO documents, national digital health policy frameworks, and implementation case studies.
Results: Digital mental health interventions—including mobile apps, AI chatbots, VR systems, wearables, and teletherapy—have demonstrated effectiveness comparable to in-person therapy. India's Tele-MANAS program illustrates successful national-scale digital mental health infrastructure. Challenges include digital divide, privacy, regulation, engagement, and evidence gaps.
Conclusion: Digital mental health and teletherapy can reduce treatment gaps when supported by strong regulation, culturally relevant design, and integration with primary care systems.
Keywords: Digital mental health, teletherapy, AI, virtual reality, mental health services, public health.
How to cite this article: Sinha AP, Chaurasia N, Ganapathyraman P. Digital Mental Health Tools and Teletherapy: A Comprehensive Review. Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(10s): 8-13; DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16.10s.2
Source of support: Nil.
Conflict of interest: None