Cognitive Behavioral Digital Interventions are Effective in Reducing Anxiety in Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT: Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent mental health issues in childhood, yet most children do not receive treatment. With recent advances in technology, a growing number of digital anxiety interventions are becoming accessible. This study is the first meta-analysis to evaluate the effectiveness and usefulness of digital cognitive-behavioral anxiety interventions for individuals under the age of 18. Five electronic databases (PsycNET, Web of Science, Science Direct, Pub Med, SAGE Journals.) were systematically searched in 2021. Inclusion criteria were: randomized control trials with a wait list no treatment control, standalone to blended care with minimal therapist involvement, diagnosed anxiety disorder or elevated levels of anxiety, outcome anxiety levels had to be assessed by a clinic

SUBMITTER: Csirmaz L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10981643 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature