Effects of Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Harmful Alcohol Use and Alcohol Dependence as Self-help or With Therapist Guidance: Three-Armed Randomized Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Alcohol use is a major contributor to health loss. Many persons with harmful use or alcohol dependence do not obtain treatment because of limited availability or stigma. They may use internet-based interventions as an alternative way of obtaining support. Internet-based interventions have previously been shown to be effective in reducing alcohol consumption in studies that included hazardous use; however, few studies have been conducted with a specific focus on harmful use or alcohol dependence. The importance of therapist guidance in internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT) programs is still unclear.

Objective

This trial aims to investigate the effects of a web-based alcohol program with or without therapist guidance among anonymous adult help-seekers.<

SUBMITTER: Johansson M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8663526 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature