Evaluation of an online training course for educational professionals on depression and mental health in childhood and adolescence.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The rising rates in depression and other mental health problems among adolescents in recent years, combined with delayed help-seeking, highlights a clear need for action in key areas of adolescents' lives. The school environment, including teachers, can provide mental-health support for children and adolescents.

Methods

The study used a pre-post-follow-up design to investigate whether a two-hour online training course on depression and mental health in childhood and adolescence leads to knowledge acquisition, confidence in supporting pupils with depression and a decrease in stigmatisation in N = 97 teachers, school social workers and school social pedagogues.

Results

We found a significant increase in knowledge and confidence in supporting pupils with depre

SUBMITTER: Saffenreuther AK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12822316 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature