Description
Introduction: Research has shown that the mental health consequences can persist months after measures of the Covid-19pandemic ended, also indicated by an increased search for mental health care In the context of public mental health, this study
aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a 3-week multicomponent positive psychology intervention delivered as application on
mental well-being and distress.
Method: A randomized controlled trial with waitlist control condition in the general population with mild to moderate levels of
anxiety and depression was conducted. Participants were recruited via national media and social media. Outcomes were
assessed online at baseline, at posttest three weeks after baseline, and follow-up 12 weeks after baseline. The intervention
group (n = 118) received the TiP intervention after baseline, whereas the control condition (n = 116) received the app after
completing posttest.
Results: Linear mixed models showed significant short-term effects for mental well-being, anxiety, depression, spiritual well-being, ability to adapt and self-compassion at posttest compared to waitlist (d=0.56-0.96). Effects in the intervention group
were maintained at follow- up.
Conclusion: Digital positive psychology self-help is feasible and effective in promoting ability to adapt and mental health of people coping with lasting consequences from an impactful pandemic. However, people with lower education were underrepresented. Other formats may be warranted to reach this group.
| Period | 11 Jul 2024 |
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| Event title | 11th European Conference on Positive Psychology, ECPP 2024: It's you, It's me, It's us |
| Event type | Conference |
| Conference number | 11 |
| Location | Innsbruck, AustriaShow on map |