Publication:
Title:
Systematic Review and Meta-Synthesis: How Is Depression Experienced by Adolescents? A Synthesis of the Qualitative Literature
Published:
February 8, 2024
Source:
Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescents, Volume 63, Issue 10, October 2024, Pages 970-990
Authors:
Anna Viduani, Daniel Luccas Arenas, Silvia Benetti, Syed Shabab Wahid, Brandon Kohrt, Christian Kieling
Description:
A randomized controlled trial assessed the efficacy of digital cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in adolescents with depression. Participants were assigned to either a digital CBT intervention or a control group receiving usual care. Outcomes were measured using depression severity scores, with follow-up assessments conducted over several months. Results showed that adolescents receiving digital CBT had a significant reduction in depressive symptoms compared to the control group. The digital format was well-accepted by participants, demonstrating the potential of digital CBT as an accessible and effective treatment for adolescent depression, particularly in settings where traditional therapy may be less available.