Systematic review shows universal CBT lacks benefit for depression and anxiety in children and adults, suggesting a need for targeted approaches.
Universal CBT interventions did not demonstrate significant preventive benefits for anxiety, depression, or quality of life across age groups. These findings suggest that universal CBT should not be adopted as a population-wide prevention strategy, and future research should prioritize targeted, data-driven approaches.
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