Review

The Role of Pediatric Nurses in the Effectiveness of School-Based Emotion Regulation Programs on Anxiety, Depression, and Well-Being

Volume: 7 Number: 2 September 29, 2025

The Role of Pediatric Nurses in the Effectiveness of School-Based Emotion Regulation Programs on Anxiety, Depression, and Well-Being

Abstract

Adolescence is a developmental stage characterized by intense emotional fluctuations and heightened psychological sensitivity. Acquiring effective emotion regulation skills during this period plays a critical role in preventing internalizing problems such as anxiety and depression. This systematic review examines the impact of school-based emotion regulation interventions on adolescents' psychological well-being, anxiety, and depression levels, and discusses the role of pediatric nurses in these programs. The findings indicate that structured intervention programs are effective in reducing psychological symptoms and promoting positive attributes. These interventions include cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, psychoeducation, and physical activities. Pediatric nurses contribute significantly in this process through their roles as educators, counselors, caregivers, protectors, and innovators. Particularly in school-based interventions, they can guide students in developing emotional awareness, enhancing coping skills, and fostering healthy social relationships. In conclusion, increasing the visibility and functionality of pediatric nurses in school-based mental health services presents a valuable opportunity to strengthen the community's overall psychological well-being.

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Supporting Institution

This study did not receive any financial support.

Ethical Statement

There is no need to obtain ethics committee permission for this study due review. However, the study was conducted in accordance with ethical principles.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Health Care Administration

Journal Section

Review

Publication Date

September 29, 2025

Submission Date

May 4, 2025

Acceptance Date

May 23, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 7 Number: 2

APA
Oral, M., & Kılıçarslan Törüner, E. (2025). The Role of Pediatric Nurses in the Effectiveness of School-Based Emotion Regulation Programs on Anxiety, Depression, and Well-Being. Journal of Gazi University Health Sciences Institute, 7(2), 58-68. https://doi.org/10.59124/guhes.1690978
AMA
1.Oral M, Kılıçarslan Törüner E. The Role of Pediatric Nurses in the Effectiveness of School-Based Emotion Regulation Programs on Anxiety, Depression, and Well-Being. GUHES. 2025;7(2):58-68. doi:10.59124/guhes.1690978
Chicago
Oral, Merve, and Ebru Kılıçarslan Törüner. 2025. “The Role of Pediatric Nurses in the Effectiveness of School-Based Emotion Regulation Programs on Anxiety, Depression, and Well-Being”. Journal of Gazi University Health Sciences Institute 7 (2): 58-68. https://doi.org/10.59124/guhes.1690978.
EndNote
Oral M, Kılıçarslan Törüner E (September 1, 2025) The Role of Pediatric Nurses in the Effectiveness of School-Based Emotion Regulation Programs on Anxiety, Depression, and Well-Being. Journal of Gazi University Health Sciences Institute 7 2 58–68.
IEEE
[1]M. Oral and E. Kılıçarslan Törüner, “The Role of Pediatric Nurses in the Effectiveness of School-Based Emotion Regulation Programs on Anxiety, Depression, and Well-Being”, GUHES, vol. 7, no. 2, pp. 58–68, Sept. 2025, doi: 10.59124/guhes.1690978.
ISNAD
Oral, Merve - Kılıçarslan Törüner, Ebru. “The Role of Pediatric Nurses in the Effectiveness of School-Based Emotion Regulation Programs on Anxiety, Depression, and Well-Being”. Journal of Gazi University Health Sciences Institute 7/2 (September 1, 2025): 58-68. https://doi.org/10.59124/guhes.1690978.
JAMA
1.Oral M, Kılıçarslan Törüner E. The Role of Pediatric Nurses in the Effectiveness of School-Based Emotion Regulation Programs on Anxiety, Depression, and Well-Being. GUHES. 2025;7:58–68.
MLA
Oral, Merve, and Ebru Kılıçarslan Törüner. “The Role of Pediatric Nurses in the Effectiveness of School-Based Emotion Regulation Programs on Anxiety, Depression, and Well-Being”. Journal of Gazi University Health Sciences Institute, vol. 7, no. 2, Sept. 2025, pp. 58-68, doi:10.59124/guhes.1690978.
Vancouver
1.Merve Oral, Ebru Kılıçarslan Törüner. The Role of Pediatric Nurses in the Effectiveness of School-Based Emotion Regulation Programs on Anxiety, Depression, and Well-Being. GUHES. 2025 Sep. 1;7(2):58-6. doi:10.59124/guhes.1690978