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Unlocking the Potential of Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Schools

Unlocking the Potential of Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Schools

In recent years, the landscape of mental health therapy has seen a significant shift towards digital solutions, particularly in the context of treating generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). A groundbreaking study titled "Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Nationwide Routine Care: Effectiveness Study" offers valuable insights that can help practitioners enhance their therapeutic strategies, especially when working with children in school settings. This blog aims to distill the key findings from this research and discuss how they can be implemented to improve outcomes for children.

Key Findings from the Study

The study, conducted on a large sample of 1099 patients, found that internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) is highly effective in treating GAD. The primary measure of anxiety was the GAD 7-item scale (GAD-7), and the results were impressive:

Implementing iCBT in School Settings

Given the promising results of iCBT, schools can consider integrating this approach into their mental health services. Here are some practical steps for implementation:

Encouraging Further Research

While the study provides robust evidence for the effectiveness of iCBT, it also calls for further research to optimize its design and compare it against other treatments. Practitioners should stay updated with the latest research and consider participating in studies to contribute to the growing body of knowledge.

Conclusion

Internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy offers a promising avenue for treating generalized anxiety disorder, particularly in school settings. By implementing the findings from the recent study, practitioners can enhance their therapeutic strategies and create better outcomes for children. To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Nationwide Routine Care: Effectiveness Study.


Citation: Mavragani, A., Hadjistavropoulos, H., Victor, S., Gandhi, H., Ritola, V., Lipsanen, J. O., Pihlaja, S., Gummerus, E. M., Stenberg, J. H., Saarni, S., & Joffe, G. (2022). Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Nationwide Routine Care: Effectiveness Study. Journal of Medical Internet Research, 24(3), e29384. https://doi.org/10.2196/29384
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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