Experiences of undergoing internet-delivered cognitive behavioural therapy for climate change-related distress: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Internet-delivered cognitive behavioural therapy (ICBT) has previously shown promise in effectively treating climate change-related distress. The aim of the present study was to investigate participants' experiences of undergoing a novel ICBT program targeting psychological symptoms associated with climate change.

Methods

Telephone interviews were conducted with nine participants who had received eight weeks of ICBT for climate change-related distress. A semi-structured interview guide was used to gather information about participants' experiences of undergoing treatment. Data were transcribed and analyzed using thematic analysis.

Results

The thematic analysis resulted in three overarching themes: (1) Same old feelings, brand new strategies, (2) Bumps in th

SUBMITTER: Lindhe N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11539731 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature