Active Components in Internet-Based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Social Anxiety Disorder: A Randomized Full Factorial Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Many studies have demonstrated that social anxiety disorder (SAD) can be effectively treated with psychotherapy, particularly cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), including internet-based CBT (ICBT). Despite evidence-based treatments, many individuals do not sufficiently benefit from them. Identifying the active components could help improve the effectiveness of SAD treatment. This study tested the effects of four treatment components (psychoeducation, cognitive restructuring, attention training, and exposure) within ICBT for SAD to investigate its active components.

Methods

This randomized full factorial trial consisted of four factors (i.e., treatment components) and 16 conditions. A total of 464 adults with a diagnosed SAD were recruited from the community. Th

SUBMITTER: Sipka D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11797955 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature