Use and acceptability of unsupported online computerized cognitive behavioral therapy for depression and associations with clinical outcome

L.E. de Graaf, M.J.H. Huibers, H. Riper, S.A.H. Gerhards, A. Arntz

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Abstract

BACKGROUND: In a recent randomized trial, we were unable to confirm the previously reported high effectiveness of CCBT. Therefore, the aim of the current study was to have a closer look at usage and acceptability (i.e. expectancy, credibility, and satisfaction) of the intervention. METHODS: Depressed participants (N=200) were given login codes for unsupported online CCBT. A track-and-trace system tracked which components were used. We used a 9-month follow-up period. RESULTS: Uptake was sufficient, but dropout was high. Many usage indices were positively associated with short-term depressive improvement, whereas only homework was related to long-term improvement. Acceptability was good and expectancy could predict long-term, but not short-term outcome. LIMITATIONS: Associations between use of CCBT and improvement are merely correlational. Our sample was too depressed in relation to the scope of the intervention. We relied on online self-report measures. Analyses were exploratory in nature. CONCLUSIONS: Although CCBT might be a feasible and acceptable treatment for depression, means to improve treatment adherence are needed for moderately to severely depressed individuals
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)227-231
JournalJournal of Affective Disorders
Volume116
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2009

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DA - 20090622 LA - eng JT - Journal of affective disorders

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