Opportunities and Challenges for Clinical Psychologists due to Increased Influence of the Internet

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Page: 996-997

Garima Chauhan (Licensed Clinical Psychologist, New Delhi)

This review paper delves into the evolving role of clinical psychologists as influenced by the growing digital landscape. Drawing on an extensive review of approximately 40 studies encompassing diverse methodologies, the paper discusses the integration of technology into mental health practices. It highlights key opportunities such as online therapy, mobile health applications, digital assessments, and interdisciplinary collaboration, alongside challenges like privacy, data security, and ethical concerns (Andersson, 2014; Donker et al., 2013). The review emphasizes that despite these hurdles, the shift towards digital platforms can enhance accessibility, cost-effectiveness, and overall service delivery, especially in a post-pandemic context.