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CURRENT PSYCHIATRY REPORTS
Volume 20, Issue 10, Pages -Publisher
SPRINGER
DOI: 10.1007/s11920-018-0947-2
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Computer-assisted cognitive-behavior therapy; Medical settings; Depression; Health care anxiety; Irritable bowel syndrome; Diabetes; Fibromyalgia; Chronic pain
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Purpose of ReviewWe reviewed research on computer-assisted cognitive-behavior therapy (CCBT) performed in medical settings with the goals of assessing the effectiveness of this newer method of treatment delivery, evaluating the need for clinician support of therapeutic computer programs, and making suggestions for future research and clinical implementation.Recent FindingsThe overall results of randomized, controlled trials suggest that CCBT can be an effective treatment for depression in primary care patients and health care anxiety. Also, it can be a useful component of treatment for somatic conditions including irritable bowel syndrome, diabetes, fibromyalgia, and chronic pain. The amount and type of clinician support needed for maximizing effectiveness remains unclear.SummaryCCBT offers promise for overcoming barriers to delivering effective psychotherapy in medical settings. We recommend that next steps for researchers include more definitive studies of the influence of clinician support, investigations focused on implementation in clinical practices, cost-benefit analyses, and use of technological advances.
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