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1Department of Psychology, Karadeniz Technical University, Trabzon, Turkey.
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|June 11, 2026
Summary
An internet-based grief intervention significantly reduced traumatic grief, depression, and anxiety in a Turkish sample. These positive results for prolonged grief disorder were maintained at follow-up.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Digital Health
- Clinical Intervention
Background:
- Prolonged grief is a significant mental health concern.
- Internet-based interventions show promise for mental health issues.
- A therapist-supported online program was developed for prolonged grief in a Turkish population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of an internet-based, therapist-supported grief intervention.
- To assess the intervention's impact on prolonged grief disorder symptoms in a Turkish sample.
- To examine the feasibility and maintenance of treatment gains.
Main Methods:
- Randomized controlled trial with a waitlist control group.
- 10 structured online sessions using cognitive behavioral techniques and therapist feedback.
- Assessments at pre-intervention, post-intervention, and 1- and 3-month follow-ups.
Main Results:
- The intervention group showed significantly greater reductions in traumatic grief, meaning violation, depression, anxiety, and stress compared to the control group.
- Improvements were maintained at both 1- and 3-month follow-ups.
- The intervention demonstrated feasibility in a Turkish community sample.
Conclusions:
- An internet-based, therapist-supported grief intervention is feasible and potentially effective for individuals at risk for prolonged grief disorder in a Turkish community.
- The findings support the use of digital mental health interventions for complex grief.
- Further research is warranted to confirm these preliminary results.
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