Sarah Byford - BESST trial

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Cost Effectiveness of Mental Health Interventions in Schools: Insights from Sarah Byford

In this BESST trial video, Professor Sarah Byford, a health economics expert from King's College London, discusses the economic evaluation of mental health interventions in schools, specifically focusing on the BESST trial and DISCOVER workshops. She confirms that these interventions are cost-effective and explains why effectiveness should be the primary consideration for school leaders when choosing mental health programs. Byford also compares recent school-based mental health trials, the importance of delivery by trained professionals, and the necessity of NHS involvement in funding and execution to optimize cost savings and effectiveness.

00:00 Introduction to Sarah Byford and the BESST Trial
00:11 Cost Effectiveness of Discover Workshops
00:44 Comparing Mental Health Interventions
01:44 Advice for School Leaders on Choosing Interventions
03:03 Challenges in Funding and Implementation
03:22 Conclusion: The Role of NHS in School Interventions

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