Qualitative meta-synthesis of user experience of computerised therapy for depression and anxiety.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Computerised therapies play an integral role in efforts to improve access to psychological treatment for patients with depression and anxiety. However, despite recognised problems with uptake, there has been a lack of investigation into the barriers and facilitators of engagement. We aimed to systematically review and synthesise findings from qualitative studies of computerised therapies, in order to identify factors impacting on engagement.

Method

Systematic review and meta-synthesis of qualitative studies of user experiences of computer delivered therapy for depression and/or anxiety.

Results

8 studies were included in the review. All except one were of desktop based cognitive behavioural treatments. Black and minority ethnic and older participants were un

SUBMITTER: Knowles SE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3894944 | biostudies-literature | 2014

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature