Social connection interventions and depression in young adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: Early adulthood is a period which may increase vulnerability to loneliness and mental health difficulties among young adults. Social networks play an important role in buffering against adverse mental health, but there is a lack of evidence around whether social connection interventions could play a role in preventing mental health difficulties for young adults.

Methods: A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted (PROSPERO ID: CRD42023395595).