A systematic review of evidence-based interventions for child and adolescent mental health problems in low- and middle-income countries

Ribeiro, Wagner Silva; Grande, Antônio José; Hoffmann, Maurício Scopel; Ziebold, Carolina; McDaid, David; Fry, Andra; Peixoto, Clayton; Miranda, Cláudio Torres de; King, Derek; Tomasi, Cristiane Damiani; Faustino, Christine; Leone, S.; Moraes, Sílvia Helena Mendonça de; Schäfer, Antônio Augusto; Alves, Veronica; Rosa, Maria Inês da; Evans‐Lacko, Sara

doi:10.1016/j.comppsych.2022.152358

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“…Children from families with lower socio-economic status were more likely to suffer from mental illness than those from families with higher status. Similarly, a study conducted in Norway (Kinge et al, 2021), a systematic review conducted in low- and middle-income countries (Ribeiro et al, 2023), and a systematic review conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic (Stracke et al, 2023) all found that children’s mental health was related to their parents' socio-economic status. This could be because a low socio-economic status causes social stress and stigma, both of which contribute to poor mental health.…”

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Mental illness in children and its determinants in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis, 2023

Mitiku,

Tegegne,

Amsalu

et al. 2023

Clin Child Psychol Psychiatry

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Introduction Young people are at risk of developing mental health disorders. Depression, anxiety, and behavioral problems are among the primary causes of illness and impairment among teenagers. Suicide is the fourth highest cause of mortality in those aged 15 to 29. This study aimed to assess the determinants of mental health among children in Ethiopia. Methods Online databases were searched from inception until March 2023. Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses 2020 was used in this review. Subgroup analysis, I2 test, funnel plot, and Egger’s test were performed. Pooled odds ratios (OR) were calculated. Result Fourteen studies were included in the meta-analysis. The pooled prevalence of mental illnesses among Ethiopian children was 24.68% (95% CI: 19.99%–32.38%). Having previous child abuse history (OR: 5.65; 95% CI: 4.32-7.39), poor socio-economic status (OR: 1.94; 95% CI: 1.24-3.04), urban residence (OR: 1.93; 95% CI:1.39-2.67), and being male (OR: 1.65; 95% CI: 1.15-2.38) were determinants of childhood mental illness in Ethiopia. Conclusion and Recommendations: Mental disorders are highly prevalent in children with a history of child abuse, and a strong legislative body must be established to prosecute child abusers. Interventions that focus on gender equality in education and the creation of a safe environment for poor urban children are suggested.

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Mental illness in children and its determinants in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis, 2023

Mitiku,

Tegegne,

Amsalu

et al. 2023

Clin Child Psychol Psychiatry

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“…This calls for an investigation of the interrelationships between PSU and mental health outcomes in diverse populations to inform future research. Identifying bridges between the two constructs would help design tailored prevention and intervention programs for developing countries, where access to evidence-based mental health treatment is limited (Ribeiro et al, 2023). Moreover, it is worth highlighting that many of the interventions investigated targeting PSU are also available in highly developed countries (Basenach et al, 2023), underscoring the disparity in access for people living in these countries.…”

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Problematic Smartphone Use and Mental Health Problems: A Network Analysis of Romanian Adolescents

Poetar,

Dobrean,

Florean

2023

Youth & Society

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The aim of this study was to assess the pattern of mutual relations within the Problematic Smartphone Use (PSU) (first network) and between adolescent mental health problems and PSU (second network). The invariance of both networks was investigated across age, gender, and severity of symptoms. The participants were 708 Romanian adolescents ( Mage = 16). Analyses were performed in RStudio. The results indicated that the most central node in the PSU network was a preoccupation symptom. The strongest bridge path laid between a reckless symptom and PSU. The networks were invariant with respect to the gender of the adolescents but were different—both in structure and strength—between the adolescents with low vs. high total difficulties. Furthermore, the networks were significantly different in terms of structure between middle and late adolescents. These findings are further discussed.

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“…In response to this, increased attention is being paid to utilize the evidence-based mental health interventions (EBmhIs), or psychological treatments and modes of mental health care services delivery that are supported by empirical evidence and research demonstrating their effectiveness, and translate them into practice to improve the mental health outcomes ( Muñoz & Cooper, 2022 ; Safieh et al , 2022 ; World Health Organization, 2022 ). Considering a global point of view, testing and implementation of EBmhIs has been more prevalent in high-income countries (HICs) than in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) ( Ingleby, 2014 ; Ribeiro et al , 2023 ; Tiley & Kyriakopoulos, 2018 ). Notably, in all settings, the actual uptake and implementation of EBmhIs in routine care settings ( Beidas et al , 2021 ; McHugh & Barlow, 2010 ; Shafran et al , 2009 ).…”

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“…Notably, in all settings, the actual uptake and implementation of EBmhIs in routine care settings ( Beidas et al , 2021 ; McHugh & Barlow, 2010 ; Shafran et al , 2009 ). And this has been particularly challenging for settings that are low in resources for mental health such as LMICs where there has been scant research on the applicability and sustainability of EBmhIs (that are mostly developed in HICs) ( Ingleby, 2014 ; Rajabzadeh et al , 2021 ; Ribeiro et al , 2023 ; Tiley & Kyriakopoulos, 2018 ). Ultimately, the limited research and implementation has been associated with a range of factors such as lack of discussion of mental health in public health priority agenda, lack of political will, financial resources, and poor community participation, to name a few ( Tiley & Kyriakopoulos, 2018 ).…”

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Application of ‘Readiness for Change’ concept within implementation of evidence-based mental health interventions globally: protocol for a scoping review

Dev,

Shidhaye

2024

Wellcome Open Res

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Background Concerning the growing burden of mental illnesses globally, there has been an increased investment into the implementation of evidence-based mental health interventions (EBmhIs) in routine care settings. However, the uptake and implementation of these EBmhIs has faced challenges in the real-world context. Among the many barriers and facilitators of implementation of EBmhIs identified by implementation science frameworks, evidence on the role of readiness for change (RFC) remains sparse. RFC constitutes the willingness and perceived capacity of stakeholders across an organization to implement a new practice. Theoretically, RFC has been defined at organizational, group, and individual levels, however, its conceptualization and operationalization across all these levels have differed in studies on the implementation of EBmhIs. By conducting a scoping review, we aim to examine the literature on RFC within the implementation of EBmhIs. Methods This scoping review will be conducted following the PRISMA-ScR guidelines. Iterative review stages will include a systematic and comprehensive search through four electronic databases (PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and PsycINFO), selecting studies, charting data, and synthesizing the results. English-language studies meeting the inclusion criteria will be screened independently by two reviewers. Discussion This review will synthesize knowledge on the conceptualization of RFC across organizational, group, and individual levels within the implementation of EBmhIs. In addition, it will identify how RFC has been measured in these studies and summarize the reported evidence on its impact on the implementation of EBmhIs. Conclusions This review will assist mental health researchers, implementation scientists, and mental health care providers to gain a better understanding of the state of research on RFC within the implementation of EBmhIs. Registration The final protocol was registered with the Open Science Framework on October 21, 2022 (https://osf.io/rs5n7).

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A systematic review of evidence-based interventions for child and adolescent mental health problems in low- and middle-income countries

Cited by 10 publications

References 106 publications

Mental illness in children and its determinants in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis, 2023

Mental illness in children and its determinants in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis, 2023

Problematic Smartphone Use and Mental Health Problems: A Network Analysis of Romanian Adolescents

Application of ‘Readiness for Change’ concept within implementation of evidence-based mental health interventions globally: protocol for a scoping review

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