Systematic review and meta-analysis of the prevention of internalizing disorders in early childhood

Internalizing problems comprise a significant amount of the mental health difficulties experienced during childhood. Implementing prevention programs during early childhood may prevent internalizing problems. The present systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effect of both targeted and universal prevention programs in preventing internalizing problems for children aged 3- to 5-years and their parents.

Citation:
Bolton B, Rooney RM, Hughes A, Hopkins A, Mancini VO. Systematic review and meta-analysis of the prevention of internalizing disorders in early childhood. Front Psychol. 2023;14

Keywords:
Anxiety; depression; early childhood; internalizing; meta-analysis; prevention

Abstract:
Internalizing problems comprise a significant amount of the mental health difficulties experienced during childhood. Implementing prevention programs during early childhood may prevent internalizing problems. The present systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effect of both targeted and universal prevention programs in preventing internalizing problems for children aged 3- to 5-years and their parents.