A review of therapy interventions for depression has shown that electronic cognitive behavioural therapy is just as effective as face-to-face applications. As people explore remote healthcare options, technology continues to open up new treatment styles, especially in remote psychotherapy.

While it's often said that the third Monday of January is the saddest day of the year, data suggest that people’s mental health is more likely to take a tumble in April. Rather than frame wellbeing as episodic, there's a growing need to appreciate how impacts on mental health can be cumulative.

As employers become more mindful of workplace wellbeing, they’re focusing on mental health by promoting open channels of communication. Helping to create a supportive environment is Evermood, a platform where employees can be anonymously candid about their work experiences.

Video games may conjure up imagery of ultra-fantasy but can these play a positive role in mental health? Canvas8 spoke to Joe Donnelly, author of Checkpoint: How Video Games Power Up Minds, Kick Ass, and Save Lives, to understand the benefits of gaming that transcend entertainment.