Internet-Delivered Interventions for Depression and Anxiety Symptoms in Children and Young People: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Mental health difficulties in children and adolescents are highly prevalent; however, only a minority receive adequate mental health care. Internet-delivered interventions offer a promising opportunity to increase access to mental health treatment. Research has demonstrated their effectiveness as a treatment for depression and anxiety in adults. This work provides an up-to-date examination of the available intervention options and their effectiveness for children and young people (CYP).

Objective

In this systematic review and meta-analysis, we aimed to determine the evidence available for the effectiveness of internet-delivered interventions for treating anxiety and depression in CYP.

Methods

Systematic literature searches were conducted throughout November

SUBMITTER: Eilert N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9136650 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature