Predictors and outcomes of engagement in an online depression prevention program for final year secondary school students

Although school-based delivery of online interventions can effectively prevent depression and other common mental disorders, little is known about the characteristics of students who engage with these programs. This study aimed to identify predictors of two indicators of adolescent engagement (program usage and skill enactment) with a school-based online depression prevention program. The study also explored the association between skill enactment and mental health outcomes.

Citation:
Jackson HM, Farrer LM, Werner-Seidler A, Perry Y, Christensen H, et al. Predictors and outcomes of engagement in an online depression prevention program for final year secondary school students. Journal of Mood & Anxiety Disorders. 2023;3:100027.

Keywords:
Engagement; adherence; adolescents; depression; internet interventions

Abstract:
Although school-based delivery of online interventions can effectively prevent depression and other common mental disorders, little is known about the characteristics of students who engage with these programs. This study aimed to identify predictors of two indicators of adolescent engagement (program usage and skill enactment) with a school-based online depression prevention program. The study also explored the association between skill enactment and mental health outcomes.