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  • Psychiatry
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Digital Health

Background:

  • Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) is common, with treatment access limited by barriers.
  • Internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) offers a potential solution for accessible treatment.
  • App-based interventions can improve resource efficiency in mental healthcare.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of an app-based self-help intervention for SAD.
  • To assess symptom reduction in Social Anxiety Disorder and depression.
  • To examine the moderating role of usage parameters on treatment outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • A quasi-experimental pilot study with 33 SAD patients using an unguided smartphone application.
  • Feasibility assessed via usage data and qualitative feedback.
  • Effectiveness measured using clinician-rated and self-report scales at multiple time points.

Main Results:

  • Significant reductions in clinician- and self-reported SAD symptoms were observed (LSAS η² = .54, SPIN η² = .47).
  • 52% of patients achieved clinically significant improvement.
  • App acceptability was supported by user feedback, with behavioral experiment usage moderating symptom reduction.

Conclusions:

  • The app 'Mindable: Soziale Phobie' shows preliminary support for feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness.
  • Further evaluation in a randomized controlled trial is warranted.
  • The study highlights the potential of digital interventions for SAD treatment.