Developing a screening tool to predict who will benefit from online-assisted treatment for depression and anxiety among tertiary students.

INTERVENTION: 1) iStandard: Online CBT‐based self‐guided modules, 4‐12 modules 2) iCoach: The same online CBT‐based self‐guided modules as delivered in iStandard with the same instructions but with the addition of asynchronous, text‐based coach support, For iStandard and iCoach, participants can select from among the same modules to suit their needs. Modules are transdiagnostic "bundled" by theme to address common student challenges: (1) Stress; 2) Mood; 3) Life skills including self‐esteem, emotional wellbeing, study skills, and social life; 4) Procrastination; 5) Self‐esteem. Bundles contain 4‐12 modules. Module content includes stress management, whai tikanga, cognitive restructuring, behavioural activation, assertiveness, sleep, exercise, problem solving, procrastination and time management, instant relaxation techniques, goal setting, and breathing exercises. The programmes use videos, text, and infographics. Participants are asked to write about their emotional, cognitive, and behavioural responses and coping strategies as they work through the modules. Each session lasts approximately 60 minutes and participants are advised to complete one module every week but they are able to complete them at their discretion. In iCoach, after each module, a coach provides asynchronous feedback on‐line. Students are also able to write messages to their coach. Coach support is available for three months from enrollment; module content for iStandard and iCoach is available for 12 months from enrollment. The online platform sends personalised reminders to participants to complete sessions if they have not engaged within the past fortnight. The platform is optimised for use on either smart phones or personal computers. Technical support will be available through email and phone sup CONDITION: Depression;Anxiety; ; Depression ; Anxiety Mental Health ‐ Anxiety Mental Health ‐ Depression PRIMARY OUTCOME: Anxiety[Generalized Anxiety Disorder‐7 (GAD‐7) Baseline; 3‐ (primary timepoint), 6‐, and 12 months post intervention commencement.] Depression[Patient Health Questionnaire‐9 (PHQ‐9) Baseline; 3‐ (primary timepoint), 6‐, and 12 months post intervention commencement.] SECONDARY OUTCOME: Impairment due to mental health[Sheehan Disability Scale (SDS) Baseline, 3‐,6‐, and 12‐months post intervention commencement] INCLUSION CRITERIA: At least 18 years of age, screens positive for major depressive disorder and/or generalized anxiety disorder, student enrolled in one of the participating tertiary sites