Social connection interventions and depression in young adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Early adulthood is a period which may increase vulnerability to loneliness and mental health difficulties among young adults. Social networks play an important role in buffering against adverse mental health, but there is a lack of evidence around whether social connection interventions could play a role in preventing mental health difficulties for young adults.

Methods

A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted (PROSPERO ID: CRD42023395595). PubMed, PsycInfo, and Scopus were searched (01 January 2000-01 January 2023). Studies were eligible if they (i) were quantitative, (ii) included young adults (18-24 years) from the general population, (iii) tested a social intervention which aimed to increase the quantity or quality of social connections or reduce lonel

SUBMITTER: Alvarez CV 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11870875 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature