Internet-based treatment after pregnancy loss: concept and case study

Area of Science:

• Psychology
• Mental Health
• Digital Therapeutics

Background:

• Pregnancy loss leads to profound psychological distress, grief, and potential long-term mental health issues for many women.
• A significant barrier to recovery is the low uptake of traditional psychological treatments among affected individuals.
• There is a critical need for accessible and innovative therapeutic interventions to address the psychological impact of pregnancy loss.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce and describe an Internet-based psychotherapy program designed for women experiencing pregnancy loss.
• To outline the structure and components of the five-week intervention, including structured writing disclosure and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
• To present a case report illustrating the treatment process and clinical considerations of this digital mental health approach.

Main Methods:

• A five-week Internet-based psychotherapy program was developed.
• The intervention integrated structured writing disclosure (self-confrontation, cognitive reappraisal, social sharing) with cognitive-behavioral therapy.
• Therapist-patient communication was facilitated through a text-based, asynchronous platform.

Main Results:

• The case report demonstrated the feasibility and application of the Internet-based intervention.
• Clinical considerations for delivering remote psychological support after pregnancy loss were highlighted.
• The study illustrated the potential of digital psychotherapy in managing grief and psychological distress.

Conclusions:

• Internet-based psychotherapy offers a promising, accessible alternative for women experiencing pregnancy loss.
• The combination of structured writing and cognitive-behavioral therapy via a digital platform can effectively address psychological distress.
• Further research and implementation of such digital mental health solutions are warranted to support bereaved women.