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Future Proofing Study: a cluster randomised controlled trial evaluating the effectiveness of a universal school-based cognitive-behavioural programme for adolescent depression

Psychological prevention programmes delivered in schools may reduce symptoms of depression. However, high-quality, large-scale trials are lacking.

Citation:
Werner-Seidler A, Mackinnon A, Batterham PJ, …….. Perry Y, Hudson JL, et al. Future Proofing Study: a cluster randomised controlled trial evaluating the effectiveness of a universal school-based cognitive-behavioural programme for adolescent depression. BMJ Ment Health. 2025;28(1).

Keywords:
Child & adolescent psychiatry; Depression & mood disorders

Abstract:
Psychological prevention programmes delivered in schools may reduce symptoms of depression. However, high-quality, large-scale trials are lacking.