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Attitudes Towards Computerized CBT for Depression Amongst a Student Population

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  14 May 2007

Nicky Mitchell
Affiliation:
University of Portsmouth, UK
P. Kenneth Gordon
Affiliation:
University of Southampton, UK

Abstract

Some studies of computerized cognitive behaviour therapy (CCBT) have found evidence of its effectiveness, yet a number have reported low uptake and/or completion rates. This study investigated attitudes towards CCBT for depression amongst 122 university students. The credibility of CCBT, expectancy-for-improvement and perceived likelihood of using it were all poor, although a minority (9.8%) stated a preference for CCBT over other interventions. When 20 of the original sample received a demonstration of a CCBT programme for depression, significant increases in credibility, expectancy-for-improvement and in perceived likelihood of using CCBT were found. Numbers stating a preference for CCBT increased to 30%. At both stages, most students stated a preference for CCBT to be accompanied by counselling. Qualitative analysis provided information about factors that might influence these attitudes. Implications for service delivery are discussed.

Type
Research Article
Copyright
2007 British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies

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