Experiences of internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy for depression and anxiety among Arabic-speaking individuals in Sweden: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Internet-delivered cognitive behavioural therapy (ICBT) is a promising treatment for refugee and immigrant populations suffering from common mental disorders. The aim of the present study was to investigate experiences of participating in a guided ICBT program among resettled Arabic-speaking individuals suffering from symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Methods

Ten individuals who had previously received ICBT consented to participate and were interviewed using semi-structured telephone interviews. The interviews were conducted 10 months after treatment termination. Data were transcribed and analysed using a Thematic Analysis framework.

Results

The Thematic Analysis resulted in five overarching themes 1) The importance of being seen, 2) New ways of knowing a

SUBMITTER: Lindegaard T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8173836 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature