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A computerized positivity-approach training reduced depressive symptoms in patients with mental disorders. This intervention was most effective for individuals with higher initial depression severity, suggesting its potential as an add-on treatment.

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  • Clinical Psychology
  • Digital Therapeutics

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  • Depression is a common mental health disorder with significant comorbidity.
  • Depressive symptoms negatively impact treatment outcomes and long-term health.
  • Existing depression interventions require improvement, highlighting the need for novel strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of a computerized positivity-approach training as an augmentation strategy for depressive symptoms.
  • To investigate the effect of this training on individuals with various mental disorder diagnoses.

Main Methods:

  • A randomized controlled trial involving 240 inpatients receiving treatment-as-usual.
  • Participants were assigned to either positivity-approach training or sham training (4 sessions each).
  • Depression severity was assessed at baseline and post-treatment; training data analyzed for 111 patients.

Main Results:

  • Positivity-approach training led to a greater reduction in depressive symptoms compared to sham training.
  • The intervention's positive effects were more pronounced in patients with higher initial depression severity.
  • Approach tendencies were also positively influenced among patients with greater initial symptom severity.

Conclusions:

  • Computerized positivity-approach training shows preliminary efficacy as an adjunctive treatment for depressive symptoms.
  • The findings suggest this digital intervention may be particularly beneficial for individuals with more severe depression.
  • Further research is warranted to establish its role in clinical practice.