Efficacy of internet-based interventions to reduce suicidal ideation: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Suicide prevention remains a critical public health priority, with internet-based interventions offering accessible and scalable solutions. These digital approaches provide anonymity and flexibility, potentially improving mental health outcomes. The aim of this systematic review was to assess the efficacy of such interventions in reducing suicidal ideation and to explore sources of heterogeneity through subgroup analysis and meta-regression.

Methods

This systematic review was conducted in accordance with PRISMA guidelines. A comprehensive search of PubMed, ProQuest, PsycINFO, EMBASE, Scopus, Web of Science, and CINAHL was performed from inception to March 2025 using MeSH terms and Boolean operators. Eligible studies included randomized controlled trials involving

SUBMITTER: Abbasi F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12648911 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature