WHO Digital Mental Health Intervention Effective In Reducing Depression Among Syrian Refugees In Lebanon

A new digital mental health intervention, Step-by-Step, developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) with the National Mental Health Programme (NMHP) at the Ministry of Public Health Lebanon and other partners, was effective in reducing depression among Syrian refugees in Lebanon. Step-by-Step is a five-session WHO digital intervention designed to treat depression through an internet-connected device, with weekly support (e.g. a 15 minute call or message) from trained non-specialist helpers. It provides psychoeducation and training in behavioral activation (e.g. doing more pleasant activities) through an illustrated narrative, with additional therapeutic techniques . . .