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4 papers from our local library contribute to this synthesis, with an average publication year of 2026.

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The increased risk of mental health concerns

Research gap analysis derived from 4 psychology papers in our local library.

The gap

The increased risk of mental health concerns, particularly depression, coupled with a lack of evidence-based psychological interventions for adolescents with intellectual disabilities, high- lighted a signiﬁcant gap in the provision of ment

Evidence profile

Stated in the cells research gap and cells future research and discussion sections of the source papers, classified as general, spanning 4 journals.

Research trend

Established — well-defined area with open sub-problems.

Supporting evidence — 4 representative gaps

Determinants of Adolescent Mental Health Literacy in Selected South African Secondary Schools: The Roles of Socioeconomic and Demographic Status, and School Level Context (2026) · European Journal of Mental Health · doi
There is a gap in understanding the factors influencing mental health literacy among adolescents in South African secondary schools. - The study aims to address this gap by investigating the determinants of adolescent mental health literacy in selected South African secondary schools.
generalstated in cells research gapevidence 5/5
Keywords: there gap understanding factors influencing mental health literacy
Pengaruh Konflik Orang Tua terhadap Tingkat Kecemasan pada Remaja (2026) · Atmosfer Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Sastra Seni Budaya dan Sosial Humaniora · doi
Future research should investigate the effectiveness of integrated preventive interventions involving families, schools, and mental health professionals. - Future research should explore the role of parental conflict in adolescent mental health in different cultural contexts.
generalstated in cells future researchevidence 5/5
Keywords: future research investigate effectiveness integrated preventive interventions involving
Adaptation of behavioural activation for adolescents with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities and depression (2026) · Frontiers in Psychiatry · doi
The increased risk of mental health concerns, particularly depression, coupled with a lack of evidence-based psychological interventions for adolescents with intellectual disabilities, high- lighted a signiﬁcant gap in the provision of mental health care for this population.
generalstated in discussionevidence 4/5
Keywords: mental health increased risk concerns particularly depression coupled lack evidence based psychological interventions adolescents intellectual
Mental Health Awareness and Support Among Adolescents in African Secondary Schools: A Systematic Review (2026) · Journal of Research and Health · doi
Further studies are needed to address the gap in understanding mental health awareness and support among adolescents in African low- and middle-income countries. - Research should focus on developing tailored interventions that address the unique needs of adolescents in these countries.
generalstated in cells future researchevidence 3/5
Keywords: further studies needed address gap understanding mental health

Questions about this gap

The increased risk of mental health concerns, particularly depression, coupled with a lack of evidence-based psychological interventions for adolescents with intellectual disabilit… This is supported by 4 representative gap statements extracted from 4 papers, rated weak evidence.

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