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Designing for College Mental Health: We Have Resources; We Lack the Reach

ACM IH 2026Community-engaged dissemination and implementation research focuses on the implementation of evidence-based interventions within clinical or community-based settings. It uses community-engaged processes or partnerships.

The Campus Mental Health Problem Isn't Capacity - It's Access!

CHI EA 2026The prevailing response to the student mental health crisis has been to expand clinical capacity: hire more therapists, reduce wait times, increase funding. We challenge this assumption.

Wellness Prescribed: Activating Holistic Care through EHR-embedded SmartPhrases

ACM IH 2026Universities have expanded counseling capacity in response to rising student mental health needs, yet limited access, fragmented discovery, and weak follow-through remain persistent barriers. Institutions offer non-clinical wellness support, but student awareness and use remain low.

A Human-Centered Approach for a Student Mental Health and Well-Being Mobile App: Protocol for Development, Implementation, and Evaluation

JMIR Research Protocols The rising prevalence of mental health concerns among students is prompting universities to explore innovative solutions to support student well-being. This paper describes the protocol for the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Willo mobile app designed to address the mental health and wellness needs of students.

Exploring User Willingness towards Mobile Sensing and Intervention: A Case Study on Mental Health of Undergraduate College Students

UbiComp 2024 User preferences for mobile sensing and mental health interventions vary significantly across data types, with some sensors more acceptable than others. A university-wide survey reveals that individuals willing to share one type of data are often open to others, highlighting distinct engagement patterns. These insights support the design of inclusive, scalable mental health apps tailored to student needs.