Key Statistics Overview
18
AI Chatbot Trials
3,477 participants
92
Mental Health App Trials
16,728 participants
0.43
Overall Effect Size
Medium effect for apps
74%
Critical Security Risk
Major privacy concerns
Effectiveness Analysis
AI Chatbots (negative values indicate improvement)
Mental Health Apps (positive values indicate improvement)
Privacy & Security Risks
Critical Concerns
89% of apps lack privacy impact assessments and require college-level education to understand privacy policies
Data Sharing
67% of apps share sensitive data with third parties including advertisers
User Engagement Patterns
Dramatic Dropout
96.7% of users stop using apps within 30 days
Best Retention
Peer support apps show highest retention (8.9% at 30 days)
App Comparison
| App Name | Type | Origin | Evidence Base | Target Conditions | Privacy Rating | Cost Model |
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Global Initiatives
TeleMANAS (India)
20+ lakh
Calls handled
53
TeleMANAS cells
24/7 toll-free helpline (14416) covering all states and union territories with 20+ language support
AIIMS Never Alone (India)
₹0.70
Per student/day
2025
Launch year
AI-powered app with WhatsApp integration for 24/7 screening and DSM-based evaluation
WHO Digital Health Guidelines
3
Key pillars
2023-2030
Timeline
International framework for AI in health with ethical standards and equity focus
UK MHRA Guidance
Risk-based
Classification
2025
Launch year
Regulatory framework for medical device qualification and safety monitoring
App Selection Checklist
Clinical Evidence
Privacy & Security
Safety Features
Accessibility
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