Universal digital mental health interventions for children and youth: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Digital mental health interventions (DMHIs) are increasingly used to support child and youth mental health, yet the scope and characteristics of universal (Tier 1) DMHIs remain poorly defined.

Methods

This scoping review synthesized peer- reviewed studies of universal DMHIs delivered to children and youth aged 0-18 years.

Results

Use of online programs and hybrid delivery were prevalent. Many programs used an independent structure, while facilitation varied across self- led, facilitator-led, and both-led models. Outcomes were commonly assessed across multiple domains, including emotional, behavioural, social, and cognitive outcomes. When single domains were examined, these most often focused on emotional outcomes such as anxiety and depression. Interventi

SUBMITTER: Di Pierdomenico K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12665752 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature