Welcome to the Psychological Interventions Repository, a dedicated resource developed by MHPSS.net with support from the World Health Organization (WHO). This curated platform serves as a comprehensive hub for sharing information and implementation materials related to evidence-based psychological intervention that can effectively be delivered by non-specialists in humanitarian settings and contexts of adversity. In this repository, you will discover a rich collection of resources, including basic information about the interventions, evidence summaries (and corresponding randomized controlled trials (RCTs)), intervention protocols (in available languages), and additional available relevant materials such as training manuals, instructional videos and guidance on adaptation/implementation,. Each resource has been selected based on inclusion criteria to ensure that the most relevant interventions are featured. Specifically, the psychological interventions included in this repository:
Are manualised for consistency and ease of use.
Have demonstrated at least one positive outcome from a randomized controlled trial.
Can be delivered effectively by non-mental health specialists.
Have been tested in humanitarian, adversity-affected, or low-resource settings.
Show no evidence of harmful effects.
Using basic filters, users can generate a list of relevant materials suited to their specific needs, with each resource linking to a dedicated page containing more detailed information. This repository serves as a valuable tool for program teams, technical advisors, and practitioners aiming to implement or enhance mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) services. It is designed to facilitate easy access to vital materials, fostering communication and collaboration among practitioners, trainers, and researchers working in diverse contexts. We invite you to explore the available resources and contribute to the ongoing advancement of mental health and psychosocial support in communities worldwide.
Curation process
To identify relevant interventions to include, over 8 reviews were initially screened. In addition to this, a comprehensive search was conducted across more than 5 databases, ensuring a broad and thorough collection of potential interventions. From these combined sources, over 150 interventions were initially identified and screened for relevance. Following this, 75 interventions were reviewed to ensure they met the inclusion criteria. Ultimately, approximately 30 interventions met the inclusion criteria of the repository. The authors were contacted requesting information on the interventions, and only 17 responded.