Guided Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adult Depression and Anxiety in Routine Secondary Care: Observational Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) is a promising new treatment method for depression and anxiety. However, it is important to determine whether its results can be replicated in routine care before its implementation on a large scale. Although many studies have demonstrated the efficacy of iCBT under controlled conditions, only a few studies have investigated its effectiveness in routine care. Furthermore, several effects of iCBT such as treatment effects in routine care are unclear.

Objective

This study aimed to evaluate the clinical effectiveness of iCBT for depression and anxiety in routine secondary care.

Methods

n a retrospective cohort study, we analysed patients treated for depression or anxiety in a dedicated iCBT clinic in secondary

SUBMITTER: Mathiasen K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6291683 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature