Positive affect training to reduce mental health problems during the COVID-19 pandemic: a proof-of-concept randomised clinical trial

Conclusions This intervention was able to reduce depression and suicidality during adverse experiences when rewarding events were diminished, such as pandemics. Clinical implications Strategies to improve positive affect may be useful to reduce mental health issues. Trial registration number ACTRN12620000811909.

http://mentalhealth.bmj.com/cgi/content/short/26/1/e300737?rss=1

Source: Evidence-Based Mental Health - June 28, 2023 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Bryant, R., Dawson, K., Azevedo, S., Yadav, S., Tran, J., Choi-Christou, J., Andrew, E., Beames, J., Keyan, D. Tags: Open access, COVID-19 Psychosocial interventions Source Type: research