Evaluation of a Trial of Computerised Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Programme Within Local Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services.

ABSTRACT:

Rationale

NICE guidelines recommend offering computerised Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (cCBT) to young people with mild mental health issues to ensure early treatment access and reduce service demand. Emerging evidence suggests cCBT reduces symptoms, but further evaluation is needed. SilverCloud is a recommended digital CBT programme.

Aims

Evaluate a pilot trial of SilverCloud in CAMHS at a local NHS Foundation Trust.

Objectives

(1) Symptomology: Is there a change in depression or anxiety symptoms after using the intervention? (measured by outcome scores); (2) Adoption: What was young people's engagement with SilverCloud? (measured by time spent on the platform and uptake); (3) Satisfaction: How satisfied were young people with SilverCloud? (measured by module feedba

SUBMITTER: Bell D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11811598 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature