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08/03/2018

Rapid and accurate behavioral health diagnostic screening: Initial validation study of a web-based, self-report tool (the SAGE-SR)

Brodey B, Purcell SE, Rhea K, et al. (2018). Rapid and accurate behavioral health diagnostic screening: Initial validation study of a web-based self-report tool (the SAGE-SR). Journal of Medical Internet Research. 20(3): e108. doi: 10.2196/jmir.9428

Researchers developed the Screening Assessment for Guiding Evaluation-Self Report (SAGE-SR), a computerized self-report assessment of Diagnostic Statistical Manual-5 (DSM-5) diagnoses to improve the time commitment and clinician burden involved in administering the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 (SCID-5). Read More

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08/18/2017

Serious games and gamification for mental health: Current status and promising directions.

Fleming TM, Bavin L, Stasiak K, et al. (2017). Serious games and gamification for mental health: Current status and promising directions. Frontiers in Psychiatry. 7. doi: 10.3389/fpsyt.2016.00215

The authors highlight the promise for using games in mental health because they can appeal to large audiences, be engaging, and be used to educate users and promote behavior change. Read More

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06/25/2016

Telemedicine Tackles Mental Health Treatment

Article Excerpt: There are many reasons why people don’t seek treatment for mild to moderate depression, including social stigmas, lack of insurance coverage for mental health, unwillingness to try psychoactive medications, and doubt about whether a primary care physician is the right person to approach with emotional concerns. Technology–specifically what is being called computer-based cognitive therapy–may help break down some of those barriers.

Full Article: http://tinyurl.com/6rdow4k

Article Source: InformationWeek

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06/12/2015

Computer-assisted behavioral therapy and contingency management for cannabis use disorder.

Budney AJ, Stanger C, Tilford JM, Scherer EB, Brown PC, Li Z, Li Z, Walker DD. (2015). Computer-assisted behavioral therapy and contingency management for cannabis use disorder. Psychology of Addictive Behaviors, Advance online publication. PMID: 25938629.

This randomized controlled trial compared the Computerized Motivational Enhancement Therapy/Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/Contingency Management (cMET/ICBT/CM) intervention with two therapist delivered treatments for cannabis use disorders. Adults with cannabis use disorders were recruited (n=75) and randomly assigned to either cMET/ICBT/CM, a therapist-delivered MET, CBT, and CM therapy (THERAPIST), or a therapist-delivered brief, motivational interviewing intervention (BRIEF). Cannabis use was assessed pre-treatment, post-treatment, and at 3- and 9-month post-treatment follow-ups. Post-treatment, participants in the cMET/ICBT/CM and THERAPIST conditions had significantly longer durations of continuous abstinence from cannabis than the BRIEF group. While 47% and 45% of the cMET/ICBT/CM and THERAPIST groups were abstinent from cannabis at the end of treatment, respectively, only 13% of the BRIEF group was abstinent. At 3- and 9-month follow-up, relapse rates were similar across all three conditions. Participants in the THERAPIST group used cannabis on a greater percent days at 9-months compared to the cMET/ICBT/CM group.

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05/28/2015

Computer-based programmes for the prevention and management of illicit recreational drug use: A systematic review.

Wood S, Eckley L, Hughes K, et al. (2014). Computer-based programmes for the prevention and management of illicit recreational drug use: A systematic review. Addictive Behaviors, 39, 30-38. PMID: 24144590.

In this study, the authors conducted a systematic review of controlled trials examining the effectiveness of computer-based programs for preventing and managing illicit recreational drug use. After searching ten databases, the authors located ten relevant articles. Five looked at computerized universal prevention programs for recreational drug use, while the other five looked at programs to reduce recreational drug use. The authors used qualitative methods to summarize the results of all ten studies. Although the universal prevention programs were not associated with decreased substance use immediately after the intervention, these programs were associated with decreased cannabis and polydrug use up to six months post-intervention. Results of the programs targeting individuals involved in recreational drug use were inconsistent, showing that more research is needed to assess the effectiveness of computer-based programs to reduce ongoing recreational drug use.

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05/05/2015

UNT Health Coaching Technology Helps Tarrant County’s Most Vulnerable Population

Article Excerpt: A technology-assisted health coaching program developed by a UNT Health Science Center team is designed to assist formerly homeless people by helping them learn how to live more independently.

Full Article: http://tinyurl.com/nj4osk8

Article Source: BioNews Texas

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12/12/2014

A meta-analysis of computerized cognitive-behavioral therapy for the treatment of DSM-5 anxiety disorders.

Adelman, C.B., Panza, K.E., Bartley, C.A., Bontempo, A., & Bloch, M.H. (2014). A meta-analysis of computerized cognitive-behavioral therapy for the treatment of DSM-5 anxiety disorders. Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, 75(7), e695-e704. doi: 10.4088/JCP.13r08894. PMID: PMC3817051.

Epidemiologic studies estimate that up to 20% of Americans have anxiety disorders annually. Many computerized cognitive-behavioral therapy (cCBT) programs have been developed to treat anxiety disorders. In this meta-analysis, the authors searched the Medline database for all randomized controlled trials of cCBT programs. The search located forty trials comparing cCBT to either a wait-list control or to in-person cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). These trials examined the efficacy of cCBT for either adults or children with anxiety disorders. Results of the meta-analysis showed that cCBT was better than wait-list controls in decreasing anxiety symptoms. cCBT and in-person CBT were equally efficacious in reducing anxiety symptoms. The cCBT programs targeting specific anxiety disorders were more effective than broad-spectrum programs. Anxiety symptoms continued to decrease even 3 to 12 months after completion of cCBT programs. The risk of dropout was increased in cCBT programs with less clinician involvement. Results of this meta-analysis provide support for the effectiveness of cCBT in treating anxiety disorders for adults and children.

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10/08/2014

Up-scaling clinician assisted internet cognitive behavioural therapy (iCBT) for depression: A model for dissemination into primary care

Andrews, G., & Williams, A.D. (2014). Up-scaling clinician assisted internet cognitive behavioural therapy (iCBT) for depression: A model for dissemination into primary care. Clinical Psychology Review. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1016/j.cpr.2014.05.006. PMID: 25043445.

Many internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) courses for depression have been developed and tested. In this article, the authors review the evidence for these courses and present a model for using iCBT courses in primary care settings. iCBT courses typically use psychoeducational techniques to help patients control throughts, behaviors, and emotions contributing to depression. Previous studies have shown that iCBT courses contribute to long-lasting decreases in depressive symptoms. When compared to face-to-face CBT programs, iCBT courses reduce depression comparably. Although primary care providers worried that iCBT courses might be associated with increased suicidality or worsening of depression symptoms, past research found that iCBT courses are safe and effective for patients. The authors also described a model for disseminating iCBT to primary care patients with depression. By making iCBT programs available to primary care clinicians in Australia, doctors and psychiatrists were able to assess patients, and then refer them to a relevant iCBT program. Patients were charged a one-time fee to access an iCBT course, and could then complete the program at home. Providers were notified if patients became suicidal or had increased depressive symptoms. While this article provides one model for disseminating iCBT to patients, the authors suggest that more research on dissemination is needed.

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