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Nicole A Short1, Kelly Fuller1, Aaron M Norr1
1a Department of Psychology , Florida State University , Tallahassee , FL , USA.
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
|October 8, 2016
Summary
Computerized cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety disorders is acceptable. This digital approach may improve treatment engagement, especially for hard-to-reach populations like veterans.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Digital Health
Background:
- Cognitive behavioral treatments (CBT) are effective for anxiety disorders.
- Treatment acceptability is crucial for engagement but under-researched.
- Computerized interventions may overcome barriers to traditional CBT.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the acceptability of a computerized, anxiety sensitivity (AS)-focused treatment.
- To identify factors associated with treatment acceptability.
Main Methods:
- A computerized AS-focused intervention was tested.
- Participants included community members and military veterans (N=58).
- Acceptability was measured, and drop-out rates were recorded.
Main Results:
- Most participants found the computerized intervention acceptable.
- The drop-out rate was low at 5%.
- Higher acceptability correlated with older age, veteran status, lower income, African-American race, and being separated/divorced.
Conclusions:
- Computerized AS-focused treatment appears to be an acceptable intervention for anxiety.
- This digital format may be particularly beneficial for engaging hard-to-reach populations.
- Further research can optimize digital mental health interventions.
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