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Psychologist in a Pocket: Lexicon Development and Content Validation of a Mobile-Based App for Depression Screening.

Paula Glenda Ferrer ChengRoann Munoz RamosJó Ágila BitschStephan Michael JonasTim IxPortia Lynn Quetulio SeeKlaus Wehrle
Published in: JMIR mHealth and uHealth (2016)
The generation of the depression lexicon is relatively exhaustive. The breadth of keywords used in text analysis incorporates the characteristic expressions of depression and its related constructs by a particular culture and age group. A content-validated mobile health app, PiaP may help augment a more effective and early detection of depressive symptoms.
Keyphrases
  • depressive symptoms
  • sleep quality
  • social support
  • physical activity