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The Effects of Universal Educational Interventions on Adolescent Mental Health: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Depression and anxiety are common among adolescents worldwide, yet educational interventions offer a promising avenue to improve mental health literacy and well-being. Led by Desy Indrayani from Universitas Padjadjaran, and colleagues from the National University of Singapore and Oslo Metropolitan University, this systematic review and meta-analysis examined 34 randomized controlled trials to evaluate the effectiveness of universal educational prevention interventions targeting adolescents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The results indicate that while these interventions improve overall mental health literacy, their immediate impact on reducing depression and anxiety symptoms is modest. Specifically, a small but statistically significant reduction in depression was observed, whereas anxiety symptoms showed no significant change post-intervention. The study highlights the need for hybrid intervention delivery models involving both healthcare and non-healthcare professionals, the inclusion of skills-based training focused on emotional regulation, and extended follow-up with booster sessions to reinforce learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This study supports Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by informing strategies to enhance adolescent mental health through effective education programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n