Our research lies at the intersection of Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Health Informatics, and Psychology. We focus on broadly on digital mental health, investigating the uses, perceptions, and effects of technology on users' mental health. We look at the interaction from a holistic perspective, which means we investigate general purpose technology, non-condition-specific health technology, and condition-specific technology with the purpose of informing design. Thus, we consider mental health generally (i.e., emotional, psychological, and social aspects) as well as mental illnesses. We take a user-centered approach - ​meaning we put people first.

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#Depression: Immigrant College Students' Perceptions of Social Media
Team Dopamine, i3

Emotion and Thought Responses to Data Engagement and Design Features in Diet and Fitness Apps
Team Rumination Nation

Depression Self-Management Among College Students: Understanding Practices and Perceptions to Inform Mobile Applications
Team Deprew Fusion, i3

Stigma and Sharing on Social Media: How Immigrant Students with Depression Cultivate Connections
Team Social Media

Content Analysis of Diet and Fitness Tracking Apps
Team Apps
​(with Lois Sulki Kim and Sean Victory)
Screenshot from Google Play

The Use & Appropriation of Diet and Fitness Apps by College Women with Eating Disorders
Eikey