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Tobias Alpsten , Founder and CEO of myGP , said : " Data shows us that repeat prescription ordering is a rapidly growing area . Notably , almost 50 % of medication reminders set within the myGP app are for mental health medications , such as anti-depressants .
" We know that many patients using the myGP app are of working-age and lead very busy lives , so convenience is a key driver when it comes to repeat prescription ordering and delivery .
TO ASSIST THOSE FACING MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS , DIGITAL MODES OF THERAPY AND RESOURCES CAN AID THEIR RECOVERY .
When applied to the area of mental health , there is often a negative stigma attached , meaning a patient may prefer to order these medications online rather than in-person . This is where online prescription ordering and home delivery holds significant value to patients ."
Advantages for physiological help
To assist those facing mental health problems , digital modes of therapy and resources can aid their recovery . SilverCloud Health conducted research on digital cognitive behavioural therapy and discovered that more than half of the patients suffering from anxiety and depression had recovered after just three months .
Digital mental health service app , Togetherall is a safe online community where app users can support each other while staying
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