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Bjornstad G, Sonthalia S, Rouse B, Freeman L, Hessami N, Dunne JH, Axford N. A comparison of the effectiveness of cognitive behavioural interventions based on delivery features for elevated symptoms of depression in adolescents: A systematic review. CAMPBELL SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS 2024; 20:e1376. [PMID: 38188230 PMCID: PMC10771715 DOI: 10.1002/cl2.1376] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2023] [Accepted: 11/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2024]
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Background Depression is a public health problem and common amongst adolescents. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is widely used to treat adolescent depression but existing research does not provide clear conclusions regarding the relative effectiveness of different delivery modalities. Objectives The primary aim is to estimate the relative efficacy of different modes of CBT delivery compared with each other and control conditions for reducing depressive symptoms in adolescents. The secondary aim is to compare the different modes of delivery with regard to intervention completion/attrition (a proxy for intervention acceptability). Search Methods The Cochrane Depression, Anxiety and Neurosis Clinical Trials Register was searched in April 2020. MEDLINE, PsycInfo, EMBASE, four other electronic databases, the CENTRAL trial registry, Google Scholar and Google were searched in November 2020, together with reference checking, citation searching and hand-searching of two databases. Selection Criteria Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) of CBT interventions (irrespective of delivery mode) to reduce symptoms of depression in young people aged 10-19 years with clinically relevant symptoms or diagnosis of depression were included. Data Collection and Analysis Screening and data extraction were completed by two authors independently, with discrepancies addressed by a third author. CBT interventions were categorised as follows: group CBT, individual CBT, remote CBT, guided self-help, and unguided self-help. Effect on depressive symptom score was estimated across validated self-report measures using Hedges' g standardised mean difference. Acceptability was estimated based on loss to follow-up as an odds ratio. Treatment rankings were developed using the surface under the cumulative ranking curve (SUCRA). Pairwise meta-analyses were conducted using random effects models where there were two or more head-to-head trials. Network analyses were conducted using random effects models. Main Results Sixty-eight studies were included in the review. The mean age of participants ranged from 10 to 19.5 years, and on average 60% of participants were female. The majority of studies were conducted in schools (28) or universities (6); other settings included primary care, clinical settings and the home. The number of CBT sessions ranged from 1 to 16, the frequency of delivery from once every 2 weeks to twice a week and the duration of each session from 20 min to 2 h. The risk of bias was low across all domains for 23 studies, 24 studies had some concerns and the remaining 21 were assessed to be at high risk of bias. Sixty-two RCTs (representing 6435 participants) were included in the pairwise and network meta-analyses for post-intervention depressive symptom score at post-intervention. All pre-specified treatment and control categories were represented by at least one RCT. Although most CBT approaches, except remote CBT, demonstrated superiority over no intervention, no approaches performed clearly better than or equivalent to another. The highest and lowest ranking interventions were guided self-help (SUCRA 83%) and unguided self-help (SUCRA 51%), respectively (very low certainty in treatment ranking). Nineteen RCTs (3260 participants) were included in the pairwise and network meta-analyses for 6 to 12 month follow-up depressive symptom score. Neither guided self-help nor remote CBT were evaluated in the RCTs for this time point. Effects were generally attenuated for 6- to 12-month outcomes compared to posttest. No interventions demonstrated superiority to no intervention, although unguided self-help and group CBT both demonstrated superiority compared to TAU. No CBT approach demonstrated clear superiority over another. The highest and lowest ranking approaches were unguided self-help and individual CBT, respectively. Sixty-two RCTs (7347 participants) were included in the pairwise and network meta-analyses for intervention acceptability. All pre-specified treatment and control categories were represented by at least one RCT. Although point estimates tended to favour no intervention, no active treatments were clearly inferior. No CBT approach demonstrated clear superiority over another. The highest and lowest ranking active interventions were individual CBT and group CBT respectively. Pairwise meta-analytic findings were similar to those of the network meta-analysis for all analyses. There may be age-based subgroup effects on post-intervention depressive symptoms. Using the no intervention control group as the reference, the magnitudes of effects appear to be larger for the oldest age categories compared to the other subgroups for each given comparison. However, they were generally less precise and formal testing only indicated a significant difference for group CBT. Findings were robust to pre-specified sensitivity analyses separating out the type of placebo and excluding cluster-RCTs, as well as an additional analysis excluding studies where we had imputed standard deviations. Authors' Conclusions At posttreatment, all active treatments (group CBT, individual CBT, guided self-help, and unguided self-help) except for remote CBT were more effective than no treatment. Guided self-help was the most highly ranked intervention but only evaluated in trials with the oldest adolescents (16-19 years). Moreover, the studies of guided self-help vary in the type and amount of therapist support provided and longer-term results are needed to determine whether effects persist. The magnitude of effects was generally attenuated for 6- to 12-month outcomes. Although unguided self-help was the lowest-ranked active intervention at post-intervention, it was the highest ranked at follow-up. This suggests the need for further research into whether interventions with self-directed elements enable young people to maintain effects by continuing or revisiting the intervention independently, and whether therapist support would improve long-term outcomes. There was no clear evidence that any active treatments were more acceptable to participants than any others. The relative effectiveness of intervention delivery modes must be taken into account in the context of the needs and preferences of individual young people, particularly as the differences between effect sizes were relatively small. Further research into the type and amount of therapist support that is most acceptable to young people and most cost-effective would be particularly useful.
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- Gretchen Bjornstad
- NIHR Applied Research Collaboration South West Peninsula (PenARC)University of Exeter Medical SchoolExeterUK
- Dartington Service Design LabBuckfastleighUK
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- Dartington Service Design LabBuckfastleighUK
- MRC/CSO Social and Public Health Sciences UnitUniversity of GlasgowGlasgowUK
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- Center for Clinical Evidence and Guidelines, ECRI InstitutePlymouth MeetingPennsylvaniaUSA
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- The Centre for Youth ImpactLondonUK
- University of ManchesterManchesterUK
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- NIHR Applied Research Collaboration South West Peninsula (PenARC)University of PlymouthPlymouthUK
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Hu H, Yang X, Mo PKH, Zhao C, Kuang B, Zhang G, Lin G. How mobile phone addiction is associated with suicidal ideation in university students in China: Roles of depression and online social support. Front Psychol 2022; 13:1001280. [PMID: 36619077 PMCID: PMC9816797 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.1001280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2022] [Accepted: 11/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Background Recent studies have highlighted mobile phone addiction (MPA) as a potential risk of suicidal ideation. However, the mechanisms underlying that association require attention. Objective This investigation aims to examine whether the relationship between MPA and suicidal ideation would be mediated by depression, and buffered by online social support (OSS) in university students. Methods A convenient sample of 1,042 Chinese university students completed the measures of mobile phone addiction, depression, suicidal ideation, OSS in classroom settings. Moderated mediation analyses were performed to test the roles of depression and OSS in the association between MPA and suicidal ideation. Results MPA was positively associated with suicidal ideation through depression (indirect effect =. 23, 95% CI: 0.18, 0.28, p < 0.001); OSS moderated the association between depression and suicidal ideation (B = - 0.09, 95% CI: -0.13, -0.04, p < 0.001). Specifically, the effect of depression on suicidal ideation was weaker in individuals with high (versus low) OSS. OSS moderated the association between MPA and suicidal ideation (B = 0.06, 95% CI: 0.02, 0.10, p = 0.001). The influence of MPA on suicidal ideation was non-significant among individuals with high OSS but negatively significant among students with low OSS. Conclusion The results enrich the understanding of how MPA may increase suicidal ideation, and highlight the potential importance of reducing depression and enhancing OSS to prevent suicidal ideation in university students.
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- Huahua Hu
- School of Public Health and Primary Care, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, China
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- School of Public Health and Primary Care, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, China,The Chinese University of Hong Kong Shenzhen Research Institute, Shenzhen, China
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- School of Public Health and Primary Care, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, China,The Chinese University of Hong Kong Shenzhen Research Institute, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Psychology, School of Mental Health, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- College of International Relation, National University of Defense Technology, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Psychology, School of Mental Health, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China,The Affiliated Kangning Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China,*Correspondence: Guohua Zhang,
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- The Affiliated Kangning Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China,Guangyao Lin,
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O'Shea M, Capon H, Evans S, Agrawal J, Melvin G, O'Brien J, McIver S. Integration of hatha yoga and evidence-based psychological treatments for common mental disorders: An evidence map. J Clin Psychol 2022; 78:1671-1711. [PMID: 35315071 PMCID: PMC9546402 DOI: 10.1002/jclp.23338] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2021] [Revised: 12/19/2021] [Accepted: 02/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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BACKGROUND Interest in the use of yoga to enhance engagement with and augment the benefits of psychological treatment has grown. However, a systematic approach to reviewing existing research examining the use of yoga with psychological treatment is lacking. MATERIALS AND METHODS This mapping review identified and synthesised research trialling yoga as an integrated or adjunct therapy with evidence-based psychological interventions for the treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and eating disorders. RESULTS Overall, the review identified ten published and three unpublished studies, representing either single group or small quasi-experimental research designs. DISCUSSION Limited but promising findings were shown for yoga with CBT for anxiety and depression, and the integration of yoga within intensive treatment models for PTSD. CONCLUSIONS Future research is encouraged to focus on controlled trials that enable examination of the component effect of yoga when applied with evidence-based psychological treatment and acceptability and feasibility data to further knowledge regarding a role for yoga in clinical practice.
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- Melissa O'Shea
- Faculty of Health, School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Faculty of Health, School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Faculty of Health, School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Department of Clinical Psychology, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Faculty of Health, School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Faculty of Health, School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Faculty of Health, School of Health and Social Development, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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Housby H, Thackeray L, Midgley N. What contributes to good outcomes? The perspective of young people on short-term psychoanalytic psychotherapy for depressed adolescents. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0257334. [PMID: 34559829 PMCID: PMC8462705 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0257334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2021] [Accepted: 08/29/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Depression is the fourth leading cause of adolescent illness and disability worldwide. A growing evidence base demonstrates that Short Term Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy [STPP] is an efficacious treatment for moderate to severe adolescent depression. However, with research in its infancy, key factors contributing to efficacy are unknown. Service users' lived experiences provide valuable insight in this area. This study aimed to elucidate what adolescents value in treatment by inductively exploring lived experiences of STPP. Five adolescents with the largest reduction in depressive symptoms scores between baseline and end of treatment, who had taken part in a large-scale randomized controlled trial, were sampled. In-depth interviews carried out soon after the end of therapy were analysed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. Three superordinate themes were identified: "Therapy as a Transformational Process", "Explorative and Exposing: The Therapeutic Space" and "Being Heard and Working Together: The Therapeutic Relationship". Adolescents valued a process of collaborative exploration with the therapist which when it was achieved was felt to facilitate a deep-rooted transformation in self-perception. Additionally, they described how an adjustment was needed to the particular frame of a psychoanalytic therapy. However, not all participants with a good treatment outcome experienced therapy in this way, suggesting a potential gap between the quantitative assessment of outcomes, and the way young people experience and understand the change process. Clinical implications and directions for research are discussed.
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- Harriet Housby
- Research Department of Clinical, Educational and Health Psychology, University College London, London [UCL], United Kingdom
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- Research Department of Clinical, Educational and Health Psychology, University College London, London [UCL], United Kingdom
- Child Attachment and Psychological Therapies Research Unit [ChAPTRe], Anna Freud Centre, London, United Kingdom
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- Research Department of Clinical, Educational and Health Psychology, University College London, London [UCL], United Kingdom
- Child Attachment and Psychological Therapies Research Unit [ChAPTRe], Anna Freud Centre, London, United Kingdom
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Facilitating improvements in young people's social relationships to prevent or treat depression: A review of empirically supported interventions. Transl Psychiatry 2021; 11:305. [PMID: 34021113 PMCID: PMC8139977 DOI: 10.1038/s41398-021-01406-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2021] [Revised: 04/22/2021] [Accepted: 04/23/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Interpersonal difficulties are often implicated in the onset of depressive disorders, and typically exacerbate depressive symptoms. This is particularly true for young people, given rapid changes in, and the increased importance of, their social relationships. The purpose of this narrative review was to identify empirically supported interventions that aim to prevent or treat depression in young people by facilitating improvements in their social environment. We conducted a search of controlled trials, systematic reviews and meta-analyses of such interventions, published between 1980 and June 2020. Our literature search and interpretation of results was informed by consultations with clinical experts and youth consumers and advocates. A number of promising approaches were identified with respect to prevention and treatment. Preliminary evidence was identified suggesting that school- and Internet-based approaches present a viable means to prevent the worsening of depressive symptoms in young people. Notably, delivering interpersonal psychotherapy-adolescent skills training (IPT-AST) in schools appears to be a promising early intervention strategy for young people at risk of full-threshold depressive disorder. In terms of treating depressive disorders in young people, there is strong evidence for the efficacy of interpersonal psychotherapy for adolescents (IPT-A), and preliminary evidence in favour of attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Results are discussed with respect to recommendations for future research and practice.
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Witt K, Madsen T, Berk M, Dean O, Chanen A, McGorry PD, Cotton S, Davey CG, Hetrick S. Trajectories of change in depression symptoms and suicidal ideation over the course of evidence-based treatment for depression: Secondary analysis of a randomised controlled trial of cognitive behavioural therapy plus fluoxetine in young people. Aust N Z J Psychiatry 2021; 55:506-516. [PMID: 33722073 DOI: 10.1177/0004867421998763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Effective treatment of depression is a key target for suicide prevention strategies. However, only around one-third of young people with suicide risk respond to evidence-based treatments. Understanding the trajectory of suicidal ideation, as a marker of suicide risk, over the course of evidence-based treatment for depression might provide insight into more targeted and effective treatments. METHODS This is a secondary analysis of data from the multicentre Youth Depression Alleviation-Combined Treatment trial. A total of 153 young people aged 15-25 years diagnosed with major depressive disorder were randomly assigned in this double-blind, placebo-controlled trial to either cognitive behavioural therapy plus fluoxetine or cognitive behavioural therapy plus placebo. Participants were assessed for depression and suicidal ideation at baseline and at weeks 4, 8 and 12. RESULTS Using group-based trajectory modelling, we identified two distinct depression trajectories. The first (Improving; 54.9%; n = 83) comprised those who experienced a consistent decline in depression symptoms. The second (Persisting; 45.1%; n = 70) comprised those who, despite treatment, still had clinically significant levels of depression by the end of treatment. For suicidal ideation, we identified four distinct trajectories: Non-clinical (15.5%; n = 20), Low Improving (47.1%; n = 75), High Improving (24.8%; n = 38) and High Persisting (12.7%; n = 20). Treatment allocation was not significantly associated with trajectory membership for either depression or suicidal ideation. CONCLUSION Understanding the course of depression and suicidal ideation during treatment has important implications for managing suicide risk. The findings suggest that there is an identifiable group of young people for whom enhanced psychological and/or pharmacological intervention might be required to ensure a better treatment response. Specific interventions for those with suicidal ideation may also be prudent from the outset. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION The Youth Depression Alleviation-Combined Treatment trial was prospectively registered with the Australian and New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ACTRN12612001281886).
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- Katrina Witt
- Orygen, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Centre of Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Danish Research Institute for Suicide Prevention (DRISP), Copenhagen Research Center for Mental Health (CORE), Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Orygen, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Centre of Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation (IMPACT), School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia.,Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation (IMPACT), School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia
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- Orygen, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Centre of Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Orygen, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Centre of Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Orygen, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Centre of Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Orygen, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Centre of Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Centre of Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Department of Psychological Medicine, School of Medicine, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Midgley N, Mortimer R, Cirasola A, Batra P, Kennedy E. The Evidence-Base for Psychodynamic Psychotherapy With Children and Adolescents: A Narrative Synthesis. Front Psychol 2021; 12:662671. [PMID: 33986713 PMCID: PMC8110733 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.662671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2021] [Accepted: 03/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Despite a rich theoretical and clinical history, psychodynamic child and adolescent psychotherapy has been slow to engage in the empirical assessment of its effectiveness. This systematic review aims to provide a narrative synthesis of the evidence base for psychodynamic therapy with children and adolescents. Building on two earlier systematic reviews, which covered the period up to 2017, the current study involved two stages: an updated literature search, covering the period between January 2017 and May 2020, and a narrative synthesis of these new studies with those identified in the earlier reviews. The updated search identified 37 papers (28 distinct studies). When combined with papers identified in the earlier systematic reviews, this resulted in a combined total of 123 papers (82 distinct studies). The narrative synthesis of findings indicates that there is evidence of effectiveness for psychodynamic therapy in treating a wide range of mental health difficulties in children and adolescents. The evidence suggests this approach may be especially effective for internalizing disorders such as depression and anxiety, as well as in the treatment of emerging personality disorders and in the treatment of children who have experience of adversity. Both the quality and quantity of empirical papers in this field has increased over time. However, much of the research demonstrates a range of methodological limitations (small sample sizes, lack of control groups etc.), and only 22 studies were Randomized Controlled Trials. Further high-quality research is needed in order to better understand the effectiveness of psychodynamic psychotherapy for children and young people.
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- Nick Midgley
- Research Department of Clinical, Educational and Health Psychology, University College London, London, United Kingdom.,Child Attachment and Psychological Therapies Research Unit (ChAPTRe), Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families, London, United Kingdom
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- Child Attachment and Psychological Therapies Research Unit (ChAPTRe), Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families, London, United Kingdom
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- Research Department of Clinical, Educational and Health Psychology, University College London, London, United Kingdom.,Child Attachment and Psychological Therapies Research Unit (ChAPTRe), Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families, London, United Kingdom
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- Child Attachment and Psychological Therapies Research Unit (ChAPTRe), Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families, London, United Kingdom
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- Research and Development Unit, Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust, London, United Kingdom
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Clark LV, Fida R, Skinner J, Murdoch J, Rees N, Williams J, Foster T, Sanderson K. Mental health, well-being and support interventions for UK ambulance services staff: an evidence map, 2000 to 2020. Br Paramed J 2021; 5:25-39. [PMID: 34421373 PMCID: PMC8341070 DOI: 10.29045/14784726.2021.3.5.4.25] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Background: Prior to COVID-19 there had been a renewed policy focus in the National Health Service on the health and well-being of the healthcare workforce, with the ambulance sector identified as a priority area. This focus is more important than ever as the sector deals with the acute and longer-term consequences of a pandemic. Aim: To systematically identify, summarise and map the evidence regarding mental health, well-being and support interventions for United Kingdom ambulance services staff and to identify evidence gaps. Method: Evidence mapping methodology of published and grey original research published in English from 1 January 2000 to 23 May 2020 describing the health risk, mental health and/or well-being of UK ambulance services staff including retired staff, volunteers and students. MEDLINE, EMBASE, PsychINFO, CINAHL and AMED databases, plus EThOS, Zetoc, OpenGrey and Google, were searched, alongside hand-searching of grey literature and bibliographies. Information was extracted on study aims, sample, design and methodology, funding source, country and key findings. Included studies were categorised into seven a priori theme areas. Results: Of 1862 identified articles, 45 peer-reviewed studies are included as well as 24 grey literature documents. Peer-reviewed research was largely observational and focused on prevalence studies, post-traumatic stress disorder or organisational and individual social factors related to health and well-being. Most grey literature reported the development and testing of interventions. Across all study types, underpinning theory was often not cited. Conclusion: To date, intervention research has largely been funded by charities and published in the grey literature. Few studies were identified on self-harm, bullying, sleep and fatigue or alcohol and substance use. Theoretically informed intervention development and testing, including adaptation of innovations from other countries and 24-hour workforces, is needed. This evidence map provides important context for planning of staff well-being provision and research as the sector responds to and recovers from the pandemic. PROSPERO registration number: CRD42018104659.
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- Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust; Swansea University
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Gehue LJ, Crouse JJ, Battisti RA, Yim M, Carpenter JS, Scott EM, Hickie IB. Piloting the 'Youth Early-intervention Study' ('YES'): Preliminary functional outcomes of a randomized controlled trial targeting social participation and physical well-being in young people with emerging mental disorders. J Affect Disord 2021; 280:180-188. [PMID: 33217700 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2020.10.070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2020] [Revised: 09/07/2020] [Accepted: 10/31/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Young people with mental disorders present with diverse social, vocational, physical, and developmental needs. However, multifaceted interventions are rare. We examine the effectiveness of a clinical trial targeting social participation and physical well-being in young people accessing clinical services. METHODS The 'Youth Early-intervention Study' ('YES') was an unblinded, two-phase, pilot randomized controlled trial offered as an adjunct to standard clinical care, consisting of group activities. Mixed effects models were used to examine functional outcomes over time measured by the 'Social and Occupational Functioning Assessment Scale', 'Functioning Assessment Short Test', and 'Brief Disability Questionnaire' (items 7 and 8). RESULTS 133 participants aged 14-25 were recruited. 87 participants completed both arms and 83 participants completed a 12-month post-trial assessment. Functioning improved across all outcomes. While diagnoses differed in functioning at baseline (lower functioning in psychotic and bipolar disorders compared to depression), they did not differ in the rate of improvement across any measure. Randomization groups did not differ in baseline functioning or the rate of improvement, suggesting a non-specific impact of the intervention. Engagement with education increased from 11% at baseline to 51% at 12-months post-trial and full-time employment increased from 8% at baseline to 20% at 12-months post-trial. LIMITATIONS Small sample, no control group, and unmeasured potential moderators (e.g. neurocognitive impairment). CONCLUSIONS 'YES' was effective and preliminary positive outcomes were observed across all functional outcomes. Future studies should compare the 'YES' intervention to a treatment-as-usual control condition and conduct a multi-centre trial across early intervention service sites.
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- Lillian J Gehue
- Youth Mental Health and Technology Team, Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Youth Mental Health and Technology Team, Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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- Cancer Centre for Children, The Children's Hospital at Westmead, NSW, Australia
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- St Vincent's Private Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Youth Mental Health and Technology Team, Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Youth Mental Health and Technology Team, Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney, NSW, Australia; St Vincent's and Mater Clinical School, The University of Notre Dame, NSW, Australia
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- Youth Mental Health and Technology Team, Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Kato A, Kunisato Y, Katahira K, Okimura T, Yamashita Y. Computational Psychiatry Research Map (CPSYMAP): A New Database for Visualizing Research Papers. Front Psychiatry 2020; 11:578706. [PMID: 33343418 PMCID: PMC7746554 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2020.578706] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 11/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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The field of computational psychiatry is growing in prominence along with recent advances in computational neuroscience, machine learning, and the cumulative scientific understanding of psychiatric disorders. Computational approaches based on cutting-edge technologies and high-dimensional data are expected to provide an understanding of psychiatric disorders with integrating the notions of psychology and neuroscience, and to contribute to clinical practices. However, the multidisciplinary nature of this field seems to limit the development of computational psychiatry studies. Computational psychiatry combines knowledge from neuroscience, psychiatry, and computation; thus, there is an emerging need for a platform to integrate and coordinate these perspectives. In this study, we developed a new database for visualizing research papers as a two-dimensional "map" called the Computational Psychiatry Research Map (CPSYMAP). This map shows the distribution of papers along neuroscientific, psychiatric, and computational dimensions to enable anyone to find niche research and deepen their understanding ofthe field.
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- Ayaka Kato
- Department of Life Sciences, Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
- Laboratory for Circuit Mechanisms of Sensory Perception, RIKEN Center for Brain Science, Wako, Japan
- Research Fellowship for Young Scientists, Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psychological and Cognitive Sciences, Nagoya University, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Information Medicine, National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry, National Institute of Neuroscience, Tokyo, Japan
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Bergin AD, Vallejos EP, Davies EB, Daley D, Ford T, Harold G, Hetrick S, Kidner M, Long Y, Merry S, Morriss R, Sayal K, Sonuga-Barke E, Robinson J, Torous J, Hollis C. Preventive digital mental health interventions for children and young people: a review of the design and reporting of research. NPJ Digit Med 2020; 3:133. [PMID: 33083568 PMCID: PMC7562906 DOI: 10.1038/s41746-020-00339-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2020] [Accepted: 09/18/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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Digital health interventions (DHIs) have frequently been highlighted as one way to respond to increasing levels of mental health problems in children and young people. Whilst many are developed to address existing mental health problems, there is also potential for DHIs to address prevention and early intervention. However, there are currently limitations in the design and reporting of the development, evaluation and implementation of preventive DHIs that can limit their adoption into real-world practice. This scoping review aimed to examine existing evidence-based DHI interventions and review how well the research literature described factors that researchers need to include in their study designs and reports to support real-world implementation. A search was conducted for relevant publications published from 2013 onwards. Twenty-one different interventions were identified from 30 publications, which took a universal (n = 12), selective (n = 3) and indicative (n = 15) approach to preventing poor mental health. Most interventions targeted adolescents, with only two studies including children aged ≤10 years. There was limited reporting of user co-design involvement in intervention development. Barriers and facilitators to implementation varied across the delivery settings, and only a minority reported financial costs involved in delivering the intervention. This review found that while there are continued attempts to design and evaluate DHIs for children and young people, there are several points of concern. More research is needed with younger children and those from poorer and underserved backgrounds. Co-design processes with children and young people should be recognised and reported as a necessary component within DHI research as they are an important factor in the design and development of interventions, and underpin successful adoption and implementation. Reporting the type and level of human support provided as part of the intervention is also important in enabling the sustained use and implementation of DHIs.
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- Aislinn D. Bergin
- NIHR MindTech MedTech Co-operative, Institute of Mental Health, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
- NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre, Mental Health and Technology Theme, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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- NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre, Mental Health and Technology Theme, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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- NIHR MindTech MedTech Co-operative, Institute of Mental Health, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
- NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre, Mental Health and Technology Theme, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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- NIHR MindTech MedTech Co-operative, Institute of Mental Health, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
- Division of Psychiatry and Applied Psychology, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
- Centre for ADHD and Neurodevelopmental Disorders Across the Lifespan, Institute of Mental Health, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
- MRC Centre for Neuropsychiatric Genetics and Genomics, Division of Psychological Medicine and Clinical Neurosciences, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK
- School of Psychology, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
- Orygen, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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- The Children and Young People’s Mental Health Research Collaboration, University of Exeter, Exeter, UK
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- Horizon Digital Economy Research Institute, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
- School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering, University of Essex, Colchester, UK
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- NIHR MindTech MedTech Co-operative, Institute of Mental Health, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
- NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre, Mental Health and Technology Theme, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
- Division of Psychiatry and Applied Psychology, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
- NIHR Applied Research Centre East Midlands, Nottingham, UK
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- Division of Psychiatry and Applied Psychology, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
- Centre for ADHD and Neurodevelopmental Disorders Across the Lifespan, Institute of Mental Health, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
- NIHR Applied Research Centre East Midlands, Nottingham, UK
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- Department of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, King’s College London, London, UK
- Department of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Orygen, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
- Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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- Department of Psychiatry, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA USA
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- NIHR MindTech MedTech Co-operative, Institute of Mental Health, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
- NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre, Mental Health and Technology Theme, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
- NIHR Applied Research Centre East Midlands, Nottingham, UK
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Bjornstad GJ, Sonthalia S, Rouse B, Timmons L, Whybra L, Axford N. PROTOCOL: A comparison of the effectiveness of cognitive behavioural interventions based on delivery features for elevated symptoms of depression in adolescents. CAMPBELL SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS 2020; 16:e1073. [PMID: 37131979 PMCID: PMC8356341 DOI: 10.1002/cl2.1073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
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This is the protocol for a Campbell review. The primary aim is to estimate the relative efficacy of different modes of CBT delivery compared with control conditions for reducing depressive symptoms in adolescents. The secondary aim is to compare the different modes of delivery with regards to intervention completion/attrition (used as a proxy for intervention acceptability). The review will provide relative effect estimates and ranking probabilities for each outcome based on intervention delivery.
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- Gretchen J. Bjornstad
- Dartington Service Design LabBuckfastleighUK
- University of Exeter Medical SchoolUniversity of ExeterExeterUK
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- Center for Clinical Evidence and GuidelinesECRI InstitutePlymouth MeetingPennsylvania
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- Peninsula Medical School Faculty of Health: Medicine, Dentistry and Human SciencesPlymouth UniversityPlymouthUK
- National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) South West PeninsulaPlymouthUK
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Thummathai K, Sethabouppha H, Chanprasit C, Lasuka D. Depression prevention in adolescents based on Buddhism and Sufficiency Economy Philosophy. Arch Psychiatr Nurs 2020; 34:70-74. [PMID: 32035593 DOI: 10.1016/j.apnu.2019.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2018] [Revised: 08/11/2019] [Accepted: 10/18/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Depression among young adolescents can affect the learning performance and quality of life, and increase suicidal risk. Depression prevention (DP) intervention at the early onset is thus important. The participants were 20 adolescents aged between 10 and 14, 5 parents, and 7 teachers who resided in the same province in northern Thailand. Descriptive statistics were employed for data analysis, while qualitative data from four focus group discussions (FGDs) and 17 in-depth interviews (IDIs) were analyzed through content analysis. The findings revealed that the critical component of depression prevention model for adolescents is self-worth enhancement, which comprises of the enhancement of self-esteem, problem-solving skills, and relaxation based on Buddhism and Sufficiency Economy Philosophy (SEP) for emotional balancing in order to prevent depression in adolescents.
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- Chiang Mai University, 110/406 Intawaroros Road, Muang District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand.
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- Chiang Mai University, 110/406 Intawaroros Road, Muang District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand.
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- Chiang Mai University, 110/406 Intawaroros Road, Muang District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand.
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Schley C, Pace N, Mann R, McKenzie C, McRoberts A, Parker A. The headspace Brief Interventions Clinic: Increasing timely access to effective treatments for young people with early signs of mental health problems. Early Interv Psychiatry 2019; 13:1073-1082. [PMID: 30160372 DOI: 10.1111/eip.12729] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2017] [Revised: 06/15/2018] [Accepted: 07/29/2018] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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AIM Timely access to treatment in the early stages of mental illness is pivotal to recovery and prevention of longer-term disablement. Yet, this can be challenging at times of growing service demands. The headspace Brief Interventions Clinic (BIC) is an innovative treatment model aiming to promote quick access to evidence-based interventions for young people presenting with early signs of mental disorders. METHODS The BIC treatment package comprises eight skill-building and behavioural intervention modules that young people can choose from. Treatment occurs over a maximum of six sessions with graduate students under supervision. Treatment outcomes are compared at baseline and final sessions, with client satisfaction measured at the final session. RESULTS Allocation to the BIC occurred within 2 to 3 weeks of initial referral. Most young people (73%) completed their treatment, attending on average four sessions. Significant reductions in overall psychological distress, depressive symptomatology and anxiety severity ratings were observed at completion of treatment, as well as significant improvements in social and occupational functioning. About 91% of young people stated that their outcome expectations had been entirely met and 95% were entirely satisfied with their treatment experience. A strong therapeutic relationship, specific strategies for managing emotions, coping and problem-solving and a choice of engaging in flexible and modularised content were identified as the most valued experiences by young people. CONCLUSION The BIC might be ideally suited for health care settings aiming to promote timely access to treatments for young people with early signs of mental disorders.
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- Carsten Schley
- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, headspace Sunshine Visy Cares Hub, Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
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- Jesuit Social Services, Richmond, Victoria, Australia
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, headspace Glenroy, Glenroy, Victoria, Australia
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health headspace Werribee, Werribee, Victoria, Australia
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, headspace Glenroy, Glenroy, Victoria, Australia
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- Victoria University, Institute for Health and Sport, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Davaasambuu S, Phillip H, Ravindran A, Szatmari P. A Scoping Review of Evidence-Based Interventions for Adolescents with Depression and Suicide Related Behaviors in Low and Middle Income Countries. Community Ment Health J 2019; 55:954-972. [PMID: 31161577 DOI: 10.1007/s10597-019-00420-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2018] [Accepted: 05/30/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Depression is the number one cause of disability for adolescents. Moreover, depression is the strongest predictor for suicide, which is the second cause for death among adolescents worldwide. A total of 22 RCTs conducted in 14 different LMICs have been reviewed. This is a significant effort to provide mental health services for adolescents in LMICs. However, considering that 2/3 of the world's countries meet criteria for LMIC status and 75% of suicides occur in LMICs, more research addressing both understanding and intervention/prevention of depression and suicide must be conducted in these countries.
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- The Global Mental Health Postdoctoral Research Program, Columbia University, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Child and Youth Mental Health Collaborative, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Tymofiyeva O, Yuan JP, Huang CY, Connolly CG, Henje Blom E, Xu D, Yang TT. Application of machine learning to structural connectome to predict symptom reduction in depressed adolescents with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). NEUROIMAGE-CLINICAL 2019; 23:101914. [PMID: 31491813 PMCID: PMC6627980 DOI: 10.1016/j.nicl.2019.101914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2018] [Revised: 06/14/2019] [Accepted: 06/29/2019] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Purpose Adolescent major depressive disorder (MDD) is a highly prevalent, incapacitating and costly illness. Many depressed teens do not improve with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a first-line treatment for adolescent MDD, and face devastating consequences of increased risk of suicide and many negative health outcomes. “Who will improve with CBT?” is a crucial question that remains unanswered, and treatment planning for adolescent depression remains biologically unguided. The purpose of this study was to utilize machine learning applied to patients' brain imaging data in order to help predict depressive symptom reduction with CBT. Methods We applied supervised machine learning to diffusion MRI-based structural connectome data in order to predict symptom reduction in 30 depressed adolescents after three months of CBT. A set of 21 attributes was chosen, including the baseline depression score, age, gender, two global network properties, and node strengths of brain regions previously implicated in depression. The practical and robust J48 pruned tree classifier was utilized with a 10-fold cross-validation. Results The classification resulted in an 83% accuracy of predicting depressive symptom reduction. The resulting tree of size seven with only three attributes highlights the role of the right thalamus in predicting depressive symptom reduction with CBT. Additional analysis showed a significant negative correlation between the change in the depressive symptoms and the node strength of the right thalamus. Conclusions Our results demonstrate that a machine learning algorithm that exclusively uses structural connectome data and the baseline depression score can predict with a high accuracy depressive symptom reduction in adolescent MDD with CBT. This knowledge can help improve treatment planning for adolescent depression. Machine learning predicted symptom reduction in depressed teens with 83% accuracy. Resulting prunned classification tree size was 7, with only 3 attributes. Change in depression symptoms correlated with node strength of the right thalamus.
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- Olga Tymofiyeva
- Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging, University of California, San Francisco, 1700 4th Street, BH102, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA.
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- Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging, University of California, San Francisco, 1700 4th Street, BH102, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco, 550 16th Street, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and the Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Weill Institute for Neurosciences, University of California, San Francisco, 401 Parnassus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA; Department of Biomedical Sciences, Florida State University College of Medicine, 1115 West Call Street, Tallahassee, FL 32306, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and the Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Weill Institute for Neurosciences, University of California, San Francisco, 401 Parnassus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA; Department of Clinical Science/Child- and Adolescent Psychiatry, Umeå University, SE-901 87 Umeå, Sweden
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- Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging, University of California, San Francisco, 1700 4th Street, BH102, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and the Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Weill Institute for Neurosciences, University of California, San Francisco, 401 Parnassus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA
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Davison J, Scott J. Should we intervene at stage 0? A qualitative study of attitudes of asymptomatic youth at increased risk of developing bipolar disorders and parents with established disease. Early Interv Psychiatry 2018; 12:1112-1119. [PMID: 28188672 DOI: 10.1111/eip.12421] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2016] [Revised: 11/08/2016] [Accepted: 11/13/2016] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Studies of potential interventions for asymptomatic individuals at risk of severe mental disorders (ie, clinical stage 0) have focused on genetic counselling or the views of adults with established disease. No study has interviewed youth at risk of bipolar disorders (BD). METHODS Qualitative analysis of interviews with asymptomatic adolescent offspring of adults with BD (OSBD = 7) and unrelated parents with bipolar disorders (PBD = 6) to examine manifest and latent themes in the dialogue. RESULTS Core themes in both groups were ignorance regarding the magnitude of risk of BD onset in offspring and greater concerns for the health of other family members than for oneself. Parents expressed anxieties in coping with the uncertainty about whether their children would inherit BD and their desire to reduce this risk was partly driven by guilt and their sense of responsibility; PBD favoured the introduction of specialized clinical OSBD services. In contrast, the priority for OSBD was advice on coping with a parent with BD; OSBD favoured access to generic non-clinical peer group support, which they perceived as less stigmatizing than specialist services. CONCLUSION The study highlights that youth at risk of BD should be allowed to express their ideas on what interventions they believe are likely to be most beneficial for them, as their views may differ from other advocates who are routinely consulted, such as PBD. A noteworthy finding was that OSBD thought that being included in the clinical dialogue about their parents' BD would decrease rather than increase their stress levels.
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- Jo Davison
- Newcastle Early Intervention in Psychosis Service, NTW NHS Trust, Newcastle, UK
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- Academic Psychiatry, Institute of Neuroscience, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.,Centre for Affective Disorders, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, London, UK
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De Silva S, Bailey AP, Parker AG, Montague AE, Hetrick SE. Open-access evidence database of controlled trials and systematic reviews in youth mental health. Early Interv Psychiatry 2018; 12:474-477. [PMID: 28488387 DOI: 10.1111/eip.12423] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2016] [Revised: 10/31/2016] [Accepted: 11/13/2016] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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AIM To present an update to an evidence-mapping project that consolidates the evidence base of interventions in youth mental health. To promote dissemination of this resource, the evidence map has been translated into a free online database (https://orygen.org.au/Campus/Expert-Network/Evidence-Finder or https://headspace.org.au/research-database/). Included studies are extensively indexed to facilitate searching. METHODS A systematic search for prevention and treatment studies in young people (mean age 6-25 years) is conducted annually using Embase, MEDLINE, PsycINFO and the Cochrane Library. Included studies are restricted to controlled trials and systematic reviews published since 1980. RESULTS To date, 221 866 publications have been screened, of which 2680 have been included in the database. Updates are conducted annually. CONCLUSIONS This shared resource can be utilized to substantially reduce the amount of time involved with conducting literature searches. It is designed to promote the uptake of evidence-based practice and facilitate research to address gaps in youth mental health.
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- Stefanie De Silva
- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation Ltd, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation Ltd, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation Ltd, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation Ltd, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.,Centre for Youth Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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Varker T, Metcalf O, Forbes D, Chisolm K, Harvey S, Van Hooff M, McFarlane A, Bryant R, Phelps AJ. Research into Australian emergency services personnel mental health and wellbeing: An evidence map. Aust N Z J Psychiatry 2018; 52:129-148. [PMID: 29108439 DOI: 10.1177/0004867417738054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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BACKGROUND Evidence maps are a method of systematically characterising the range of research activity in broad topic areas and are a tool for guiding research priorities. AIMS 'Evidence-mapping' methodology was used to quantify the nature and distribution of recent peer-reviewed research into the mental health and wellbeing of Australian emergency services personnel. METHODS A search of the PsycINFO, EMBASE and Cochrane Library databases was performed for primary research articles that were published between January 2011 and July 2016. RESULTS In all, 43 studies of primary research were identified and mapped. The majority of the research focused on organisational and individual/social factors and how they relate to mental health problems/wellbeing. There were several areas of research where very few studies were detected through the mapping process, including suicide, personality, stigma and pre-employment factors that may contribute to mental health outcomes and the use of e-health. No studies were detected which examined the prevalence of self-harm and/or harm to others, bullying, alcohol/substance use, barriers to care or experience of families of emergency services personnel. In addition, there was no comprehensive national study that had investigated all sectors of emergency services personnel. CONCLUSION This evidence map highlights the need for future research to address the current gaps in mental health and wellbeing research among Australian emergency services personnel. Improved understanding of the mental health and wellbeing of emergency services personnel, and the factors that contribute, should guide organisations' wellbeing policies and procedures.
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- Tracey Varker
- 1 Phoenix Australia Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health, Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Carlton, VIC, Australia
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- 1 Phoenix Australia Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health, Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Carlton, VIC, Australia
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- 1 Phoenix Australia Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health, Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Carlton, VIC, Australia
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- 1 Phoenix Australia Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health, Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Carlton, VIC, Australia
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- 2 School of Psychiatry, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,3 Black Dog Institute, Randwick, NSW, Australia
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- 4 Centre for Traumatic Stress Studies, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- 4 Centre for Traumatic Stress Studies, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- 5 School of Psychology, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- 1 Phoenix Australia Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health, Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Carlton, VIC, Australia
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Hetrick SE, Cox GR, Witt KG, Bir JJ, Merry SN. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), third-wave CBT and interpersonal therapy (IPT) based interventions for preventing depression in children and adolescents. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2016; 2016:CD003380. [PMID: 27501438 PMCID: PMC8407360 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd003380.pub4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 98] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND Depression is common in young people. It has a marked negative impact and is associated with self-harm and suicide. Preventing its onset would be an important advance in public health. This is an update of a Cochrane review that was last updated in 2011. OBJECTIVES To determine whether evidence-based psychological interventions (including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy (IPT) and third wave CBT)) are effective in preventing the onset of depressive disorder in children and adolescents. SEARCH METHODS We searched the specialised register of the Cochrane Common Mental Disorders Group (CCMDCTR to 11 September 2015), which includes relevant randomised controlled trials from the following bibliographic databases: The Cochrane Library (all years), EMBASE (1974 to date), MEDLINE (1950 to date) and PsycINFO (1967 to date). We searched conference abstracts and reference lists of included trials and reviews, and contacted experts in the field. SELECTION CRITERIA We included randomised controlled trials of an evidence-based psychological prevention programme compared with any comparison control for young people aged 5 to 19 years, who did not currently meet diagnostic criteria for depression. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Two authors independently assessed trials for inclusion and rated their risk of bias. We adjusted sample sizes to take account of cluster designs and multiple comparisons. We contacted trial authors for additional information where needed. We assessed the quality of evidence for the primary outcomes using GRADE. MAIN RESULTS We included 83 trials in this review. The majority of trials (67) were carried out in school settings with eight in colleges or universities, four in clinical settings, three in the community and four in mixed settings. Twenty-nine trials were carried out in unselected populations and 53 in targeted populations.For the primary outcome of depression diagnosis at medium-term follow-up (up to 12 months), there were 32 trials with 5965 participants and the risk of having a diagnosis of depression was reduced for participants receiving an intervention compared to those receiving no intervention (risk difference (RD) -0.03, 95% confidence interval (CI) -0.05 to -0.01; P value = 0.01). We rated this evidence as moderate quality according to the GRADE criteria. There were 70 trials (73 trial arms) with 13,829 participants that contributed to the analysis for the primary outcome of depression symptoms (self-rated) at the post-intervention time point, with results showing a small but statistically significant effect (standardised mean difference (SMD) -0.21, 95% CI -0.27 to -0.15; P value < 0.0001). This effect persisted to the short-term assessment point (up to three months) (SMD -0.31, 95% CI -0.45 to -0.17; P value < 0.0001; 16 studies; 1558 participants) and medium-term (4 to 12 months) assessment point (SMD -0.12, 95% CI -0.18 to -0.05; P value = 0.0002; 53 studies; 11,913 participants); however, the effect was no longer evident at the long-term follow-up. We rated this evidence as low to moderate quality according to the GRADE criteria.The evidence from this review is unclear with regard to whether the type of population modified the overall effects; there was statistically significant moderation of the overall effect for depression symptoms (P value = 0.0002), but not for depressive disorder (P value = 0.08). For trials implemented in universal populations there was no effect for depression diagnosis (RD -0.01, 95% CI -0.03 to 0.01) and a small effect for depression symptoms (SMD -0.11, 95% CI -0.17 to -0.05). For trials implemented in targeted populations there was a statistically significantly beneficial effect of intervention (depression diagnosis RD -0.04, 95% CI -0.07 to -0.01; depression symptoms SMD -0.32, 95% CI -0.42 to -0.23). Of note were the lack of attention placebo-controlled trials in targeted populations (none for depression diagnosis and four for depression symptoms). Among trials implemented in universal populations a number used an attention placebo comparison in which the intervention consistently showed no effect. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS Overall the results show small positive benefits of depression prevention, for both the primary outcomes of self-rated depressive symptoms post-intervention and depression diagnosis up to 12 months (but not beyond). Estimates of numbers needed to treat to benefit (NNTB = 11) compare well with other public health interventions. However, the evidence was of moderate to low quality using the GRADE framework and the results were heterogeneous. Prevention programmes delivered to universal populations showed a sobering lack of effect when compared with an attention placebo control. Interventions delivered to targeted populations, particularly those selected on the basis of depression symptoms, had larger effect sizes, but these seldom used an attention placebo comparison and there are practical difficulties inherent in the implementation of targeted programmes. We conclude that there is still not enough evidence to support the implementation of depression prevention programmes.Future research should focus on current gaps in our knowledge. Given the relative lack of evidence for universal interventions compared with attention placebo controls and the poor results from well-conducted effectiveness trials of universal interventions, in our opinion any future such trials should test a depression prevention programme in an indicated targeted population using a credible attention placebo comparison group. Depressive disorder as the primary outcome should be measured over the longer term, as well as clinician-rated depression. Such a trial should consider scalability as well as the potential for the intervention to do harm.
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- Sarah E Hetrick
- The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental HealthOrygen35 Poplar RoadParkvilleMelbourneVictoriaAustralia3054
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- The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental HealthOrygen35 Poplar RoadParkvilleMelbourneVictoriaAustralia3054
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- University of AucklandDepartment of PsychiatryPrivate Bag 92109AucklandNew Zealand
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- University of AucklandDepartment of Psychological MedicinePrivate Bag 92019AucklandNew Zealand
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Buchberger B, Krabbe L, Lux B, Mattivi JT. Evidence mapping for decision making: feasibility versus accuracy - when to abandon high sensitivity in electronic searches. GERMAN MEDICAL SCIENCE : GMS E-JOURNAL 2016; 14:Doc09. [PMID: 27499726 PMCID: PMC4951635 DOI: 10.3205/000236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2016] [Revised: 05/27/2016] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Background: Mapping the evidence is a relatively new methodological approach and may be helpful for the development of research questions and decisions about their relevance and priority. However, the amount of data available today leads to challenges for scientists sometimes being confronted with literature searches retrieving over 30,000 results for screening. Objectives: We conducted an evidence mapping of the topic “diabetes and driving” to investigate its suitability for an evidence-based national clinical guideline. In addition, we compared a highly sensitive search with a highly specific one. Methods: Based on a systematic review, our database searches were limited to publications from 2002 to present in English and German language. Results: Due to the strongly focused topic and the limits, our sensitive search identified a manageable number of references including sufficient evidence to answer our research question. Using the specific search strategy, we achieved a reduction of citations by 25%, concurrently identifying 88% of relevant references. Conclusions: Evidence mapping with the intention of gaining an overview of a research field does not require high level accuracy in contrary to systematic reviews. Keeping this distinction in mind, a mass of extraneous information will be avoided by using specific instead of highly sensitive search strategies.
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- Barbara Buchberger
- University of Duisburg-Essen, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Institute for Health Care Management and Research, Essen, Germany
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- University of Duisburg-Essen, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Institute for Health Care Management and Research, Essen, Germany
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- University of Duisburg-Essen, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Institute for Health Care Management and Research, Essen, Germany
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- University of Duisburg-Essen, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Institute for Health Care Management and Research, Essen, Germany
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Marshall A. Suicide Prevention Interventions for Sexual & Gender Minority Youth: An Unmet Need. THE YALE JOURNAL OF BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE 2016; 89:205-13. [PMID: 27354846 PMCID: PMC4918883] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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Suicide is currently the second leading cause of death in the U.S. among youth ages 10 to 24. Sexual and gender minority (SGM) youth face heightened risk for suicide and report greater odds of attempting suicide than their heteronormative peers. Contributing factors of experience, which are distinctly different from the experiences of heteronormative youth, place SGM youth at heightened risk for suicide. While interventions aimed at addressing suicide risk factors for all youth are being implemented and many have proven effective in the general population, no evidence-based intervention currently exists to reduce suicide risk within this special population. This perspective article discusses this need and proposes the development of an evidence-based suicide risk reduction intervention tailored to SGM youth. Creating a supportive school climate for SGM youth has been shown to reduce suicide risk and may provide protective effects for all youth while simultaneously meeting the unique needs of SGM youth.
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Miake-Lye IM, Hempel S, Shanman R, Shekelle PG. What is an evidence map? A systematic review of published evidence maps and their definitions, methods, and products. Syst Rev 2016; 5:28. [PMID: 26864942 PMCID: PMC4750281 DOI: 10.1186/s13643-016-0204-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 314] [Impact Index Per Article: 39.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2015] [Accepted: 02/02/2016] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The need for systematic methods for reviewing evidence is continuously increasing. Evidence mapping is one emerging method. There are no authoritative recommendations for what constitutes an evidence map or what methods should be used, and anecdotal evidence suggests heterogeneity in both. Our objectives are to identify published evidence maps and to compare and contrast the presented definitions of evidence mapping, the domains used to classify data in evidence maps, and the form the evidence map takes. METHODS We conducted a systematic review of publications that presented results with a process termed "evidence mapping" or included a figure called an "evidence map." We identified publications from searches of ten databases through 8/21/2015, reference mining, and consulting topic experts. We abstracted the research question, the unit of analysis, the search methods and search period covered, and the country of origin. Data were narratively synthesized. RESULTS Thirty-nine publications met inclusion criteria. Published evidence maps varied in their definition and the form of the evidence map. Of the 31 definitions provided, 67 % described the purpose as identification of gaps and 58 % referenced a stakeholder engagement process or user-friendly product. All evidence maps explicitly used a systematic approach to evidence synthesis. Twenty-six publications referred to a figure or table explicitly called an "evidence map," eight referred to an online database as the evidence map, and five stated they used a mapping methodology but did not present a visual depiction of the evidence. CONCLUSIONS The principal conclusion of our evaluation of studies that call themselves "evidence maps" is that the implied definition of what constitutes an evidence map is a systematic search of a broad field to identify gaps in knowledge and/or future research needs that presents results in a user-friendly format, often a visual figure or graph, or a searchable database. Foundational work is needed to better standardize the methods and products of an evidence map so that researchers and policymakers will know what to expect of this new type of evidence review. SYSTEMATIC REVIEW REGISTRATION Although an a priori protocol was developed, no registration was completed; this review did not fit the PROSPERO format.
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- Isomi M. Miake-Lye
- />Evidence-based Synthesis Program (ESP) Center, Veterans Affairs Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, 11301 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90073 USA
- />Department of Health Policy and Management, Fielding School of Public Health, University of California, Los Angeles, 640 Charles E Young Dr S, Los Angeles, CA USA
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- />Southern California Evidence-based Practice Center, RAND Corporation, 1776 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90401 USA
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- />Southern California Evidence-based Practice Center, RAND Corporation, 1776 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90401 USA
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- />Evidence-based Synthesis Program (ESP) Center, Veterans Affairs Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, 11301 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90073 USA
- />Southern California Evidence-based Practice Center, RAND Corporation, 1776 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90401 USA
- />Department of Medicine, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, 10833 Le Conte Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90095 USA
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Vallarino M, Henry C, Etain B, Gehue LJ, Macneil C, Scott EM, Barbato A, Conus P, Hlastala SA, Fristad M, Miklowitz DJ, Scott J. An evidence map of psychosocial interventions for the earliest stages of bipolar disorder. Lancet Psychiatry 2015; 2:548-63. [PMID: 26360451 PMCID: PMC4629930 DOI: 10.1016/s2215-0366(15)00156-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2014] [Revised: 03/22/2015] [Accepted: 03/24/2015] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder are three of the four most burdensome problems in people aged under 25 years. In psychosis and depression, psychological interventions are effective, low-risk, and high-benefit approaches for patients at high risk of first-episode or early-onset disorders. We review the use of psychological interventions for early-stage bipolar disorder in patients aged 15-25 years. Because previous systematic reviews had struggled to identify information about this emerging sphere of research, we used evidence mapping to help us identify the extent, distribution, and methodological quality of evidence because the gold standard approaches were only slightly informative or appropriate. This strategy identified 29 studies in three target groups: ten studies in populations at high risk for bipolar disorder, five studies in patients with a first episode, and 14 studies in patients with early-onset bipolar disorder. Of the 20 completed studies, eight studies were randomised trials, but only two had sample sizes of more than 100 individuals. The main interventions used were family, cognitive behavioural, and interpersonal therapies. Only behavioural family therapies were tested across all of our three target groups. Although the available interventions were well adapted to the level of maturity and social environment of young people, few interventions target specific developmental psychological or physiological processes (eg, ruminative response style or delayed sleep phase), or offer detailed strategies for the management of substance use or physical health.
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- Martine Vallarino
- Department of Brain and Behavioral Sciences, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy; Laboratory of Epidemiology and Social Psychiatry, IRCCS Istituto di Ricerche Farmacologiche 'Mario Negri', Milan, Italy
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- Faculté de médecine, Université Paris Est, Créteil, France; Pôle de Psychiatrie, APHP, Hôpital H Mondor-A Chenevier, Créteil, France
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- Faculté de médecine, Université Paris Est, Créteil, France; Pôle de Psychiatrie, APHP, Hôpital H Mondor-A Chenevier, Créteil, France
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- Brain and Mind Research Institute, University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, Australia
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- Early Psychosis Prevention & Intervention Centre, Orygen Youth Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Brain and Mind Research Institute, University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, Australia; School of Medicine, University of Notre Dame, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Social Psychiatry, IRCCS Istituto di Ricerche Farmacologiche 'Mario Negri', Milan, Italy; IRIS Postgraduate Psychotherapy School, Milan, Italy
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- Département Universitaire de Psychiatrie CHUV, Service de Psychiatrie Générale, Lausanne University, Clinique de Cery, Prilly, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of Washington, WA, Seattle, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, and Ohio State University Harding Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Academic Psychiatry, Institute of Neuroscience, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK; Centre for Affective Disorders, IPPN, King's College, London, UK.
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Austin A, Craig SL. Empirically Supported Interventions for Sexual and Gender Minority Youth. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2015; 12:567-78. [PMID: 25923879 DOI: 10.1080/15433714.2014.884958] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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When empirically supported treatments (ESTs) are effectively adapted for use with minority populations, they may be more efficacious. As such, there is a need to adapt existing ESTs for use with diverse sexual and gender minority youth (SGMY). The unique bias-based challenges faced by SGMY require the integration of affirmative practices into ESTs to effectively address the specific needs of this underserved group of youth. The primary purpose of the authors in this article is to present a clearly articulated stakeholder driven model for developing an affirmative adapted version of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for use with diverse SGMY. The authors' approach to adaptation follows the "adapt and evaluate" framework for enhancing cultural congruence of interventions for minority groups. A community based participatory research approach, consistent with a stakeholder driven process, is utilized to develop the intervention from the ground up through the voices of the target community. Researchers conducted 3 focus groups with culturally diverse SGMY to explore salient aspects of youths' cultural and SGM identities in order to inform the intervention and ensure its applicability to a wide range of SGMY. Focus group data is analyzed and integrated into an existing group-based CBT intervention. The following themes emerge as critical to affirmative work with diverse SGMY: (1) the interplay between cultural norms, gender norms, sexual orientation, and gender identity; (2) the complex role of religious community within the lives of SGMY; and (3) consideration of extended family and cultural community as youth navigate their SGM identities.
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- Ashley Austin
- a School of Social Work, Barry University , Miami Shores , Florida , USA
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- b Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work , University of Toronto , Toronto , Ontario , Canada
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Rohde P, Stice E, Shaw H, Gau JM. Effectiveness trial of an indicated cognitive-behavioral group adolescent depression prevention program versus bibliotherapy and brochure control at 1- and 2-year follow-up. J Consult Clin Psychol 2015; 83:736-47. [PMID: 25894666 DOI: 10.1037/ccp0000022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The main goal of this study was to evaluate the long-term effects of a brief group cognitive-behavioral (CB) adolescent depression indicated prevention program through 2-year follow-up, relative to CB bibliotherapy and brochure control, when high school personnel recruited students and delivered the program. METHOD Three hundred seventy-eight adolescents (M age = 15.5, SD = 1.2; 68% female, 72% White) with elevated self-assessed depressive symptoms who were randomized to CB group, CB bibliotherapy, or educational brochure control were assessed at pretest, posttest, and 6-, 12-, 18-, and 24-month follow-up. RESULTS By 2 years postintervention, CB group participants showed significantly lower major depressive disorder (MDD) onset versus CB bibliotherapy (10% vs. 25%, respectively; hazard ratio = 2.48, p = .006), but the incidence difference relative to brochure controls (17%) was nonsignificant; MDD incidence for bibliotherapy and brochure controls did not differ. Although CB group participants showed lower depressive symptoms at posttest versus brochure controls, there were no effects for this outcome or for social adjustment or substance use over 2-year follow-up. Moderator analyses suggested that participants with higher baseline depressive symptoms showed greater long-term symptom reductions in the CB group intervention versus bibliotherapy. CONCLUSIONS The evidence that a brief CB group intervention delivered by real-world providers significantly reduced MDD onset versus CB bibliotherapy is potentially encouraging. However, the lack of MDD prevention effects relative to brochure control and lack of long-term symptom effects (though consistent with results from other depression prevention trials), suggest that the delivery of the CB group should be refined to strengthen its effectiveness.
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Althuis MD, Weed DL, Frankenfeld CL. Evidence-based mapping of design heterogeneity prior to meta-analysis: a systematic review and evidence synthesis. Syst Rev 2014; 3:80. [PMID: 25055879 PMCID: PMC4128504 DOI: 10.1186/2046-4053-3-80] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2014] [Accepted: 06/11/2014] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Assessment of design heterogeneity conducted prior to meta-analysis is infrequently reported; it is often presented post hoc to explain statistical heterogeneity. However, design heterogeneity determines the mix of included studies and how they are analyzed in a meta-analysis, which in turn can importantly influence the results. The goal of this work is to introduce ways to improve the assessment and reporting of design heterogeneity prior to statistical summarization of epidemiologic studies. METHODS In this paper, we use an assessment of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB) and type 2 diabetes (T2D) as an example to show how a technique called 'evidence mapping' can be used to organize studies and evaluate design heterogeneity prior to meta-analysis.. Employing a systematic and reproducible approach, we evaluated the following elements across 11 selected cohort studies: variation in definitions of SSB, T2D, and co-variables, design features and population characteristics associated with specific definitions of SSB, and diversity in modeling strategies. RESULTS Evidence mapping strategies effectively organized complex data and clearly depicted design heterogeneity. For example, across 11 studies of SSB and T2D, 7 measured diet only once (with 7 to 16 years of disease follow-up), 5 included primarily low SSB consumers, and 3 defined the study variable (SSB) as consumption of either sugar or artificially-sweetened beverages. This exercise also identified diversity in analysis strategies, such as adjustment for 11 to 17 co-variables and a large degree of fluctuation in SSB-T2D risk estimates depending on variables selected for multivariable models (2 to 95% change in the risk estimate from the age-adjusted model). CONCLUSIONS Meta-analysis seeks to understand heterogeneity in addition to computing a summary risk estimate. This strategy effectively documents design heterogeneity, thus improving the practice of meta-analysis by aiding in: 1) protocol and analysis planning, 2) transparent reporting of differences in study designs, and 3) interpretation of pooled estimates. We recommend expanding the practice of meta-analysis reporting to include a table that summarizes design heterogeneity. This would provide readers with more evidence to interpret the summary risk estimates.
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- DLW Consulting Services, LLC, Salt Lake City, UT 84103, USA
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- Department of Global and Community Health, George Mason University, 4400 University Drive, MS 5B7, Fairfax, VA 22030, USA
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De Silva S, Parker A, Purcell R, Callahan P, Liu P, Hetrick S. Mapping the evidence of prevention and intervention studies for suicidal and self-harming behaviors in young people. CRISIS 2014; 34:223-32. [PMID: 23502058 DOI: 10.1027/0227-5910/a000190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Suicide and self-harm (SSH) in young people is a major cause of disability-adjusted life years. Effective interventions are of critical importance to reducing the mortality and morbidity associated with SSH. AIMS To investigate the extent and nature of research on interventions to prevent and treat SSH in young people using evidence mapping. METHOD A systematic search for SSH intervention studies was conducted (participant mean age between 6-25 years). The studies were restricted to high-quality evidence in the form of systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and controlled trials. RESULTS Thirty-eight controlled studies and six systematic reviews met the study inclusion criteria. The majority (n = 32) involved psychological interventions. Few studies (n = 9) involved treating young people with recognized mental disorders or substance abuse (n = 1) which also addressed SSH. CONCLUSION The map was restricted to RCTs, CCTs, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses, and thus might have neglected important information from other study designs. The effectiveness of interventions within the trials was not evaluated. The evidence base for SSH interventions in young people is not well established, which hampers best-practice efforts in this area. Promising interventions that need further research include school-based prevention programs with a skills training component, individual CBT interventions, interpersonal psychotherapy, and attachment-based family therapy. Gaps in the research exist in evaluations of interventions for SSH in young people with identifiable psychopathology, particularly substance use disorder, and research that classifies participants on the basis of their suicidal intent.
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- Stefanie De Silva
- Orygen Youth Health Research Centre and headspace Centre of Excellence, Melbourne, Australia
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Bailey AP, Parker AG, Colautti LA, Hart LM, Liu P, Hetrick SE. Mapping the evidence for the prevention and treatment of eating disorders in young people. J Eat Disord 2014; 2:5. [PMID: 24999427 PMCID: PMC4081733 DOI: 10.1186/2050-2974-2-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2013] [Accepted: 12/13/2013] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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ABSTRACT Eating disorders often develop during adolescence and young adulthood, and are associated with significant psychological and physical burden. Identifying evidence-based interventions is critical and there is need to take stock of the extant literature, to inform clinical practice regarding well-researched interventions and to direct future research agendas by identifying gaps in the evidence base. AIM To investigate and quantify the nature and distribution of existing high-quality research on the prevention and treatment of eating disorders in young people using evidence mapping methodology. METHOD A systematic search for prevention and treatment intervention studies in adolescents and young adults (12-25 years) was conducted using EMBASE, PSYCINFO and MEDLINE. Studies were screened and mapped according to disorder, intervention modality, stage of eating disorder and study design. Included studies were restricted to controlled trials and systematic reviews published since 1980. RESULTS The eating disorders evidence map included 197 trials and 22 systematic reviews. Prevention research was dominated by trials of psychoeducation (PE). Bulimia nervosa (BN) received the most attention in the treatment literature, with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and antidepressants the most common interventions. For anorexia nervosa (AN), family based therapy (FBT) was the most studied. Lacking were trials exploring treatments for binge eating disorder (BED) and eating disorder not otherwise specified (EDNOS). Relapse prevention strategies were notably absent across the eating disorders. CONCLUSIONS Despite substantial literature devoted to the prevention and treatment of eating disorders in young people, the evidence base is not well established and significant gaps remain. For those identified as being at-risk, there is need for prevention research exploring strategies other than passive PE. Treatment interventions targeting BED and EDNOS are required, as are systematic reviews synthesising BN treatment trials (e.g., CBT, antidepressants). FBTs for AN require investigation against other validated psychological interventions, and the development of relapse prevention strategies is urgently required. By systematically identifying existing interventions for young people with eating disorders and exposing gaps in the current literature, the evidence map can inform researchers, funding bodies and policy makers as to the opportunities for future research.
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- Alan P Bailey
- Orygen Youth Health Research Centre, Centre for Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Locked Bag 10, Parkville, Melbourne, Victoria 3052, Australia ; Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation Ltd, Level 2, South Tower, 485 La Trobe Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
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- Orygen Youth Health Research Centre, Centre for Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Locked Bag 10, Parkville, Melbourne, Victoria 3052, Australia ; Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation Ltd, Level 2, South Tower, 485 La Trobe Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
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- Orygen Youth Health Research Centre, Centre for Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Locked Bag 10, Parkville, Melbourne, Victoria 3052, Australia ; Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation Ltd, Level 2, South Tower, 485 La Trobe Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
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- Melbourne School of Population Health, The University of Melbourne, Level 3, 207 Bouverie Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3010, Australia
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- Orygen Youth Health Research Centre, Centre for Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Locked Bag 10, Parkville, Melbourne, Victoria 3052, Australia ; Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation Ltd, Level 2, South Tower, 485 La Trobe Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
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- Orygen Youth Health Research Centre, Centre for Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Locked Bag 10, Parkville, Melbourne, Victoria 3052, Australia ; Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation Ltd, Level 2, South Tower, 485 La Trobe Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
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Spoth R, Rohrbach LA, Greenberg M, Leaf P, Brown CH, Fagan A, Catalano RF, Pentz MA, Sloboda Z, Hawkins JD. Addressing core challenges for the next generation of type 2 translation research and systems: the translation science to population impact (TSci Impact) framework. PREVENTION SCIENCE : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE SOCIETY FOR PREVENTION RESEARCH 2013; 14:319-51. [PMID: 23430579 PMCID: PMC3696461 DOI: 10.1007/s11121-012-0362-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 173] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Evidence-based preventive interventions developed over the past two decades represent great potential for enhancing public health and well-being. Research confirming the limited extent to which these interventions have been broadly and effectively implemented, however, indicates much progress is needed to achieve population-level impact. In part, progress requires Type 2 translation research that investigates the complex processes and systems through which evidence-based interventions are adopted, implemented, and sustained on a large scale, with a strong orientation toward devising empirically-driven strategies for increasing their population impact. In this article, we address two core challenges to the advancement of T2 translation research: (1) building infrastructure and capacity to support systems-oriented scaling up of evidence-based interventions, with well-integrated practice-oriented T2 research, and (2) developing an agenda and improving research methods for advancing T2 translation science. We also summarize a heuristic "Translation Science to Population Impact (TSci Impact) Framework." It articulates key considerations in addressing the core challenges, with three components that represent: (1) four phases of translation functions to be investigated (pre-adoption, adoption, implementation, and sustainability); (2) the multiple contexts in which translation occurs, ranging from community to national levels; and (3) necessary practice and research infrastructure supports. Discussion of the framework addresses the critical roles of practitioner-scientist partnerships and networks, governmental agencies and policies at all levels, plus financing partnerships and structures, all required for both infrastructure development and advances in the science. The article concludes with two sets of recommended action steps that could provide impetus for advancing the next generation of T2 translation science and, in turn, potentially enhance the health and well-being of subsequent generations of youth and families.
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- Richard Spoth
- Partnerships in Prevention Institute, Iowa State University, 2625 North Loop Dr., Suite 2400, Ames, IA 50010, USA.
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