Appraisal-based cognitive bias modification in patients with posttraumatic stress disorder: a randomised clinical trial.

ABSTRACT: Background: Negative appraisals of the trauma and its sequelae play a crucial role in the development and maintenance of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Experimental studies have shown promise in reducing negative appraisal through Cognitive Bias Modification (CBM) training. Objective: To determine whether an online CBM training designed to modify dysfunctional appraisals is successful in reducing appraisal bias in PTSD patients. Method: In this double-blinded 2-arm randomised clinical trial, 107 patients with PTSD were randomly allocated to active (n = 49) or control online CBM training (n = 57). Training comprised the completion of four sessions of online CBM training within one week. Change in bias, as measured by a scenario task and questionnair

SUBMITTER: de Kleine RA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6691883 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature