Positive imagery cognitive bias modification (CBM) and internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT): a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Accruing evidence suggests that positive imagery-based cognitive bias modification (CBM) could have potential as a standalone targeted intervention for depressive symptoms or as an adjunct to existing treatments. We sought to establish the benefit of this form of CBM when delivered prior to Internet cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) for depression

Methods

A randomized controlled trial (RCT) of a 1-week Internet-delivered positive CBM vs. an active control condition for participants (N=75, 69% female, mean age=42) meeting diagnostic criteria for major depression; followed by a 10-week iCBT program for both groups.

Results

Modified intent-to-treat marginal and mixed effect models demonstrated no significant difference between conditions following the CBM in

SUBMITTER: Williams AD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4407900 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature