Depression, anxiety, adolescence, problem solving therapy (PST), prevention, intervention, RCT. Depressie, angst, adolescentie, PST, preventie, interventie, RCT.
Conditions
Interventions
The intervention concerns a web-based self-help Problem Solving Therapy (PST). The intervention consists of 5 lessons, one lesson a week. The effects of the intervention will be studied in a randomize
Sponsors
Department of Clinical Psychology, VU University Amsterdam
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Mild to moderate depression and/or anxiety 2. Age between 12 and 18 years 3. Having access to email and a computer with broadband Internet access 4. Willingness to participate 5. Informed consent from participant and parents.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Possible severe depressive (CES-D > 44) and/or anxiety symptoms (HADS > 14) 2. Suicidal intentions (BDI-II suicide item > 1) 3. Already receiving treatment for mental health issues.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| - Depressive symptoms - Anxiety symptoms - Quality of life. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| - Self-esteem - Externalising behaviour - Worrying - Problem-solving skills - Mastery - Emotion regulation - Dysfunctional attitudes - Drugs- and alcohol use - Peer social support. | — |
Contacts
Public ContactWillemijn Hoek
VU University Amsterdam Department of Clinical Psychology
Outcome results
None listed