A Social Media Group Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Intervention to Prevent Depression in Perinatal Youth: Stakeholder Interviews and Intervention Design.
Anupa GewaliAlana LopezKristin DacheletElise HealyMarimirca Jean-BaptisteHolly HarridanYolanda N EvansJennifer A UngerAmritha BhatS Darius TandonKeshet RonenPublished in: JMIR mental health (2021)
Our findings highlight the effect of stigmatization of young pregnancy and social determinants of health on youth perinatal mental health. Stakeholders supported the use of a social media group to create a supportive community and improve access to evidence-based depression prevention. This study demonstrates how a validated intervention can be tailored to this unique group.