Treatment Preferences of Adolescents and Young Adults with Depressive Symptoms: A Discrete Choice Experiment

ConclusionIn this DCE, three classes could be identified that share similar preferences regarding treatment effectiveness, waiting time and evaluation of the therapeutic alliance, but varied considerably in their preference for treatment type (individual, group, or combined psychotherapy) and their willingness to engage. The results from this study may inform mental health care providers and institutions and help optimize professional care for adolescents and young adults with depressive symptoms, improving engagement in this vulnerable group.
Source: Applied Health Economics and Health Policy - Category: Health Management Source Type: research