Feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of web-based and mobile PTSD Coach: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT: Background: Timely and effective interventions can alleviate or prevent the development of clinical symptomatology in trauma-exposed individuals. However, due to limited access to these interventions, and/or stigma around accessing mental health services, there is an unmet need. Internet-and mobile-based interventions may help to address this need.Aims: This review aims to (i) synthesise the evidence on feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of the 'PTSD Coach' intervention (both web-based and mobile applications) in trauma-exposed individuals; (ii) evaluate the quality of this research; and (iii) identify challenges and recommendations related to 'PTSD Coach' intervention delivery.Method: Systematic database searches were conducted (PubMed/MEDLINE, PsycINFO, EM

SUBMITTER: Brocker E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10215014 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature