Review: Developmentally appropriate mental health literacy content for school-aged children and adolescents — R0/PR3 DOI Creative Commons

Published: Nov. 10, 2022

Although improving the mental health of children and adolescents has become a global priority, resources outlining developmentally appropriate content for literacy (MHL) across school-aged are scarce. A comprehensive, life-course approach to building MHL is needed address evolving competencies, needs, capacities, risk factors health, especially establish school-based interventions that can be equitably sustainably implemented. We conducted theoretical review highlighting relation research practice in through knowledge competencies adolescents. two-pronged literature was provide an overview (1) with focus on neurobiological, psychological, cognitive, social developmental milestones relevant (2) evidence-based theory-driven development universal considering four components MHL. map key highlights range occurs ample opportunity increasing during these sensitive years primed learning. reflect current understandings considerations emphasis applying science future strengthening intervention development, uptake, adaptation, implementation, evaluation, scale-up.

Language: Английский

Promoting Physical and Mental Health among Children and Adolescents via Gamification—A Conceptual Systematic Review DOI Creative Commons
Evgenia Gkintoni,

Fedra Vantaraki,

Charitini Skoulidi

et al.

Behavioral Sciences, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14(2), P. 102 - 102

Published: Jan. 29, 2024

The rapid growth in digital technology usage among children and adolescents has highlighted the need for novel approaches to promote their physical mental health. This paper investigates viability of gamification—the application game mechanics non-gaming contexts—as a potent instrument health promotion support. conceptual systematic review seeks examine various published articles promoting adolescents’ through gamified techniques. These interventions can provide an interactive engaging platform encouraging activity, healthy nutrition, enhancing emotional regulation, significance this topic stems from pervasive use electronic games, beginning at young age, which makes them popular educational tools. For be reproducible, PsycINFO, Scopus, PubMed, Elsevier databases were searched PRISMA method was utilized analysis. After analyzing research data, empirical studies assessing gamification are discussed. In conclusion, demonstrated promise children’s It improves motivation, commitment, adherence behaviors. However, additional is required evaluate interventions’ long-term effectiveness sustainability behaviors population.

Language: Английский

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Types and effectiveness of mental health promotion programmes for young people in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review DOI Creative Commons
Tholene Sodi,

Katlego Rantho,

Frans Koketso Matlakala

et al.

Cambridge Prisms Global Mental Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 12

Published: Jan. 1, 2025

Studies show that mental health promotion is an effective strategy can reduce the burden of disorders and improve overall well-being in both children adults. In addition to promoting high levels preventing onset illness, these programmes, including illness prevention interventions, help increase literacy community members. While there evidence showing effectiveness promotion, much what known about this field informed by studies conducted high-income countries. There a need gather such interventions low- middle-income countries (LMICs) where services are often inadequate. systematic review, we synthesised available published primary from sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) on types programmes for young people. We performed search selected global databases (PubMed, PsycINFO, ScienceDirect Google Scholar) regional (Sabinet African Journals). included observational, mixed methods, trials, pilots quantitative original papers 2013 2023. used Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT) evaluate quality methods studies, Preferred Reporting Items Systematic Reviews Meta-Analyses statement (PRISMA-2020) reporting gathered. identified 15 youth interventions. Among those identified, found school-based enhanced literacy, health-seeking behaviours self-assurance confidence among Family-based also showed potential relationships between people their caregivers. Future should explore how further strengthen school- family-based promote

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Developmentally appropriate mental health literacy content for school-aged children and adolescents DOI Creative Commons
Anna Kågström, Laura Juríková, Zoe Guerrero

et al.

Cambridge Prisms Global Mental Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 10

Published: Jan. 1, 2023

Abstract Although improving the mental health of children and adolescents has become a global priority, resources outlining developmentally appropriate content for literacy (MHL) across school-aged are scarce. A comprehensive, life-course approach to building MHL is needed address evolving competencies, needs, capacities, risk factors health, especially establish school-based interventions that can be equitably sustainably implemented. We conducted theoretical review highlighting relation research practice in through knowledge competencies adolescents. two-pronged literature was provide an overview (1) with focus on neurobiological, psychological, cognitive, social developmental milestones relevant (2) evidence-based theory-driven development universal considering four components MHL. map key highlights range occurs ample opportunity increasing during these sensitive years primed learning. reflect current understandings considerations emphasis applying science future strengthening intervention development, uptake, adaptation, implementation, evaluation, scale-up.

Language: Английский

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Políticas públicas para la promoción de la salud mental en adolescentes en Iberoamérica: una revisión sistemática DOI Creative Commons
Galo Emanuel López Gamboa,

Jesús E. Pinto-Sosa

Psychology Society & Education, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 17(1), P. 29 - 40

Published: Jan. 31, 2025

La salud mental refiere el equilibrio de diferentes áreas la vida que implican elementos cognitivos, conducta, biopsicosociales impactan en calidad y las relaciones los individuos. Si bien problemas están presentes todos grupos sociales etarios, es adolescencia donde se concentran principales afectaciones a misma. Por ello, objetivo del presente trabajo fue realizar una revisión sistemática literatura para identificar analizar políticas públicas función promoción adolescentes Iberoamérica. Se empleó metodología PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) realización transparente adecuada revisiones sistemáticas. seleccionaron 18 textos cumplieron con criterios inclusión establecidos. Los resultados enfatizan mayoría acciones, propuestas e iniciativas centran principalmente servicios atención médica pública gratuita ofrecen gobiernos nacionales. identificó ausencia involucramiento otros sectores, como educativo, falta un enfoque multi, interdisciplinario o transversal sobre mental. Además, legislación marcos normativos han mantenido constantes últimos diez años existe muy poco nulo seguimiento implementación

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Effectiveness of the Mindfulness-Based Social–Emotional Growth (MSEG) Program in Enhancing Mental Health of Elementary School Students in Korea DOI Creative Commons
Jongtae Kim, Seonyeop Kim, Minhae Kim

et al.

Behavioral Sciences, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 15(3), P. 315 - 315

Published: March 5, 2025

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health challenges among children and adolescents in South Korea have intensified with rising rates of depression suicide. Proactive interventions focusing on well-being are needed to address this critical issue. This study examines effectiveness Mindfulness-based Social–Emotional Growth (MSEG) program for enhancing elementary school students Korea. quasi-experimental evaluated impact MSEG at an Gyeonggi-do, A total 70 (35 from lower grades [grades 1–3] 35 upper 4–6]) participated 12-week intervention group, while 72 were control group. Pre- post-intervention assessments measured social–emotional, mindfulness, clinical domains. The findings revealed significant improvements emotional regulation across all grades. Lower-grade showed substantially reduced anxiety depression, upper-grade demonstrated enhanced resilience compared These results indicate potential promote early when integrated into curricula. Further research is adapt diverse educational settings optimize its impact.

Language: Английский

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Barriers and facilitators to accessing adolescents’ mental health services in Karachi: users and providers perspectives DOI Creative Commons

Zainab Mubeen,

Zafar Fatmi, Waqas Hameed

et al.

BMC Health Services Research, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 24(1)

Published: Feb. 1, 2024

Abstract Introduction Adolescents’ Mental Healthcare (MHC) is influenced by numerous factors, and adolescents occasionally seek professional help for mental health (MH) issues. These factors become more complex within low-middle-income countries (LMICs); therefore, this study aims to understand barriers facilitators access services among aged 10 19 years old from the perspective of users (parents) providers (Mental Providers - MHPs). Method Using a qualitative exploratory design, semi-structured interview guide was developed using Andersen’s service utilization model. In-depth interviews were conducted with MHPs ( n = 21) parents 19) in psychiatry department public private hospitals Karachi, October—December 2021. Data thematically analyzed an inductive approach. Result The findings revealed consensus all three categories Andersen model referred compulsion as major driving force MHC rather than personal choices. Within pre-disposing, need, enabling factors; participants highlighted unique perspective; regarded frequent migration, daily wage loss, women’s societal status while need marriage patient willingness stated facilitators. Whereas, indicated tolerance, burden on system, absence Child Adolescent Health (CAMH) gaps delivery. Conclusion Service mainly facilitated severity illness healthy choices beliefs, accessibility affordability. It therefore imperative prioritize adolescent MH through promotion prevention approaches address delivery prevent treatment delays via task-shifting capacity building workforce.

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Linking parental self-efficacy, parenting behaviour and mental health of Malaysian early adolescents DOI
Anis Raihan Dzeidee Schaff, Nor Sheereen Zulkefly, Siti Irma Fadhilah Ismail

et al.

Current Psychology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 43(23), P. 20754 - 20768

Published: April 2, 2024

Language: Английский

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The Effectiveness of Digital Communication Media to Improve Adolescent Resilience Skills for Preventing Mental Health Problems: A Scoping Review Protocol DOI Creative Commons
Riris Diana Rachmayanti, Fatwa Sari Tetra Dewi, Diana Setiyawati

et al.

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 22, 2024

Abstract Background The global databases reveal a high prevalence of mental health problems among adolescents, with 13.50% for ages 10–14 and 14.65% 15–19. Successful coping depends on the risks protective factors, their interplay influencing resilience. Higher resilience correlates lower problems. Digital holds promise addressing Purpose This protocol serves as framework planning scoping review to map types effectiveness digital communication media in intervention increase youth Methods Six steps conduct based Arksey O'Malley 2015 guidelines are applied: 1) defining research questions by PICO framework. population is adolescent youth, young people, teenagers. Intervention health. comparator not using or no non-digital. And outcome (coping mechanism, stress) well-being positive 2) identifying relevant studies. We will identify all reviews that completed before 2023. 3) study selection. select articles titles, abstracts, full text three independent reviewers inclusion exclusion criteria. 4) charting data Excel conducts essential information such Study characteristics, description health, variables relating process, research. 5) collating, summarising, reporting results. Synthesis focuses (1) typology used intervene skills; (2) impact skills. Analysis quantitative qualitative, 6) consultation team psychiatrist be performed when additional needed. Discussion results provide comprehensive overview commonly Thus, this can serve foundational evidence determining further interventions. Register Scoping Review : was registered Open Science Framework ( OSF.IO/3CNRT)

Language: Английский

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Assessing the impact of a community-based psychodrama intervention on mental health promotion of adolescents and young adults in Mozambique: A mixed-methods study DOI Creative Commons
Roberto Benoni,

Chiara Malesani,

Anna Sartorello

et al.

Journal of Global Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14

Published: July 25, 2024

While mental health is an emerging issue in low-income countries, its promotion remains poor, with little context-oriented evidence available. Here we aimed to assess the impact and acceptability/feasibility of a community-based psychodrama intervention involving both adolescents young adults (AYA) living HIV (AYALHIV) without (AYAHIV-).

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Promoting Mental Health in Adolescents: “Teens Mental+”, a Nursing Intervention Program Based in the Positive Mental Health Model DOI Creative Commons
Montserrat García-Sastre,

Patricia González-Alegre,

Raquel Luengo González

et al.

Deleted Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 6(3), P. 710 - 721

Published: Aug. 7, 2024

Adolescence is a life stage characterized by significant physical and emotional changes in which the opportunity to enhance protective mental health factors crucial. Evidence shows that psychoemotional well-being at this has worsened recent years, being time of special vulnerability for problems. Positive (PMH) understood as healthy individuals built on optimizing overall through acquisition psychosocial competences. In sense, it seemed timely develop an original program promote PMH adolescents, since there are no structured validated programs area focused population. This article presents nursing intervention protocol aimed promoting adolescents based Lluch’s multifactorial model. The addresses its six factors: Personal Satisfaction; Prosocial Attitude; Self-Control; Autonomy; Problem Solving Interpersonal Relationship Skills. Program arises response need implement promotion integrated model three sessions, can be systematically dynamized providers, standardized procedures adjusted adolescent’s needs. Interventions educational centers have proven ideal setting these interventions.

Language: Английский

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