Mental Health Archives

Editorial: control alt delete – technology and children’s mental health

Mar 23, 2023

Technology is here to stay, but our knowledge of its impact on children’s mental health is increasing by the day. This editorial reviews technology’s pros and cons of technology based on current evidence. Thabrew, H., & Gega, L....

The effects of yoga on mental health in school-aged children: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of Randomised Control Trials.

Dec 7, 2022

This systematic review of RCTs of yoga for school-aged children identifies heterogenous interventions and outcomes, but positive effects that deserve further study. Khunti, K., Boniface, S., Norris, E., De Oliveira, C. M., & Shelton, N. (2022)...

Factors contributing to the efficacy of universal mental health and wellbeing programs in secondary schools: a systematic review

Dec 7, 2022

This systematic review explores factors contributing to the efficacy of universal mental health and wellbeing interventions in secondary schools. Scholz, D., Taylor, A., & Strelan, P. (2022). Factors Contributing to the Efficacy of Universal M...

The psychological consequences of envying influencers on Instagram

Dec 6, 2022

The psychological consequences of envying influencers on Instagram This interesting article examines a contemporary phenomenon of influencers and finds that while social media influencers may improve well-being in those with good self-esteem via i...

Prevalence of Mental Health Problems in Transgender Children Aged 9 to 10 Years in the US, 2018

Oct 17, 2022

Although transgender children aged 9-10 years have more psychological issues than age-matched counterparts, they have less than transgender adolescents, suggesting that earlier support might be useful to limit comorbid mental health concerns. Russ...

Data Divide—Disentangling the Role of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Child Mental Health and Well-being

Jun 8, 2022

Was the COVID-19 pandemic good or bad for children’s mental health. This well-written editorial encapsulates the current dilemma facing researchers, clinicians and policymakers and encourages a more sophisticated stance. Korczak DJ, M...

Mental Health Outcomes in Transgender and Nonbinary Youths Receiving Gender-Affirming Care

Apr 22, 2022

While numerous studies have confirmed their increased susceptibility to mental health issues, and debate continues regarding the benefits and downsides of earlier hormone therapy and gender reassignment surgery, it is reassuring to see that gender af...

Annual Research Review: A systematic review of mental health services for emerging adults – moulding a precipice into a smooth passage

Feb 3, 2022

A call for improved planning of transition for young people moving between child/youth and adult mental health services. Anderson, J. K., Newlove‐Delgado, T., & Ford, T. J. (2021). Annual Research Review: A systematic review of mental health...

Effectiveness of Transdiagnostic Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy Compared With Management as Usual for Youth With Common Mental Health Problems

Feb 26, 2021

Jeppesen P, Wolf RT, Nielsen SM, et al. This randomised controlled trial demonstrates that transdiagnostic cognitive behaviour therapy in more effective than treatment as usual in addressing common emotional and behavioural problems experienced by...

Psychosocial Challenges and Opportunities for Youth with Chronic Health Conditions During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Sep 30, 2020

Serlachius A, Badawy S, Thabrew H. Psychosocial Challenges and Opportunities for Youth with Chronic Health Conditions During the COVID-19 Pandemic. JMIR Pediatrics and Parenting. 09/09/2020:23057 (forthcoming/in press)DOI: 10.2196/23057 This edit...

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