Text Message-Based mHealth Intervention More Effective Later in Day

Recent research indicates that a text-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) intervention effectively addresses mental health symptoms, with timing playing a crucial role. Specifically, messages delivered in the afternoon or evening demonstrated greater efficacy in improving mood among individuals experiencing depression and anxiety symptoms compared to those sent in the morning. This finding underscores the importance of considering the timing of interventions in digital mental health strategies. Tailoring the delivery of text-based interventions to coincide with periods of heightened symptomatology may enhance their overall effectiveness in supporting mental well-being.