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Further, information and knowledge on AT for PDs is limited.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Objective<\/jats:title>\n The aim of this review was to explore the pattern of AT use among persons with PDs and its associated socioeconomic and health benefits.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods<\/jats:title>\n The review was reported according to the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses), and we conducted systematic searches in the 4 databases: PubMed, Embase.com, APA PsycInfo (Ebsco), and Web of Science (Core Collection) with the following index terms: \u201cAssistive Technology,\u201d \u201cSelf-Help Devices,\u201d \u201cQuality of Life,\u201d \u201cActivities of Daily Living,\u201d \u201cMental Disorders.\u201d We included only AT individuals with PDs can independently use without reliance on a provider. Identified papers were exported to EndNote (Clarivate) and we undertook a narrative synthesis of the included studies.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results<\/jats:title>\n In total, 5 studies were included in the review which reported use of different AT for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression and anxiety disorders. The APs described in the included studies are Palm tungsten T3 handheld computer, MOBUS, personal digital assistant, automated pill cap, weighted chain blankets, and smartphone function. All the AT products identified in the studies were found to be easily usable by individuals with PDs. The APs reported in the included studies have broad impact and influence on social function, productivity, and treatment or management. The studies were heterogeneous and were all conducted in high-income countries.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n Our study contributes to and strengthens existing evidence on the relevance of AT for PDs and its potential to support socioeconomic participation and health. Although AT has the potential to improve function and participation for individuals with PDs; this review highlights that research on the subject is limited. 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