| Article Quality Index | |
| 1 | Was the study purpose reported? 1 = yes, 0 = no |
| 2 | Did the study design include a comparison group? 1 = yes, 0 = no |
| 3 | Was the recruitment method reported? 1 = yes, 0 = no |
| 4 | Was the sample size response rate over 50%? 1 = yes, 0 = no (or unreported) |
| 5 | Were sample demographics reported? (3 or more demographic categories reported)1 = yes, 0 = no |
| 6 | Was the sample representative (not self-selected)? 1 = yes, 0 = no (or not reported) |
| 7 | Did mental health diagnosis occur through standardized scale or mental health professionals? 1 = yes, 0 = no |
| 8 | Was the validity and/or reliability of scales reported? 1 = yes, 0 = no |
| 9 | Was there a study limitation section? 1 = yes, 0 = no |