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This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of group-based behavioral activation therapy in reducing depressive symptoms among adults in Vietnam.

August 10, 2026Scientific ReportsOpen Access

Effectiveness of group-based behavioral activation therapy for adults with depression in Vietnam: a randomized controlled trial with 9-month follow-up

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PHPhạm Thị Thu HươngHanoi Medical University NTNguyen Thanh Tam PTPham Thi Minh ThuVietnam National University, Hanoi

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Randomized trial demonstrates reduced depressive symptoms in adults, suggesting integration of therapy into primary care.

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This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of group-based behavioral activation therapy in reducing depressive symptoms among adults in Vietnam.
Cluster-randomized controlled trial across six commune health stations with 242 participants (121 per group).
Intervention involved eight weekly group sessions of behavioral activation therapy delivered by trained staff.
Outcomes assessed using various scales (PHQ-9, BSRS-5, BADS-SF, BRCS, EQ-5D-5L) at multiple time points up to 9 months.
At 8 weeks, the intervention group showed a significant reduction in PHQ-9 scores (AMD −8.66; 95% CI −10.81 to −6.52).
At 9 months, the magnitude of the effect was sustained (AMD −10.12; 95% CI −14.26 to −5.98).
Secondary outcomes also improved significantly in the intervention group, indicating lower distress and enhanced quality of life (p < 0.05).

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Hương et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a797d579c20a9bbd3184b6d https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-026-66084-1

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