Evidence-based interventions in pediatric psychology: progress over the decades

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Psychology
• Evidence-Based Interventions
• Systematic Reviews

Background:

• A three-phase approach using Cochrane Collaboration methodology informed the systematic reviews.
• The Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) system evaluated evidence strength for interventions.

Discussion:

• The special issue reviews progress in the evidence base for pediatric psychology interventions since 1999.
• It discusses implications for evidence-based practice in pediatric psychology.

Key Insights:

• Rigorous systematic review methodology was employed.
• The GRADE system ensured consistent evaluation of evidence quality.

Outlook:

• Recommendations are provided to stimulate further research.
• The issue addresses implications for training in evidence-based practice for pediatric psychologists.