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Outcomes of a program to reduce depression
Gyung Hee Kim1, Kyeha Kim, Hyojung Park
1Seoul Women's College of Nursing, Seoul, Korea.
Western Journal of Nursing Research
|November 17, 2010
Summary
A new program effectively reduced suicidal thoughts and depression in female college students. This intervention offers a promising approach to mental health support for this vulnerable population.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Mental Health
- Public Health
Background:
- Depression rates are rising among Korean college students.
- Suicidal ideation is a significant concern in this demographic.
- There is a need for targeted interventions to address these issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an intervention program aimed at reducing suicidal ideation and depression.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of this program among female college students.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial was conducted with female college students.
- Participants were assigned to either an intervention group (n=27) or a control group (n=31).
- The intervention group underwent an eight-week, once-weekly depression-reducing program.
Main Results:
- The intervention program demonstrated a significant effect on reducing suicidal ideation.
- The program also led to a reduction in depression levels among participants.
- These positive outcomes were observed in the intervention group compared to the control group.
Conclusions:
- The developed program is effective in mitigating suicidal ideation among female college students.
- The intervention shows promise as a tool for reducing depression in this population.
- This study highlights the potential of targeted mental health programs for college students.
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