Computer-Assisted CBT Cost-Effective For Mild-Moderate Depression Among Primary Care Consumers With Low-Income & Limited Internet Access

Computer-assisted cognitive behavioral therapy (CCBT) is cost-effective for mild-to-moderate depression among primary care consumers who are low-income and have limited internet access. Outcomes of people who received CCBT were compared to outcomes for a control group who received only treatment as usual, which included standard clinical management provided in primary care practices.

The CCBT intervention included TAU, the nine-module Good Days Ahead (GDA) computer program over 12 weeks, and up to 12 telephonic sessions with a mental health clinical professional. The GDA modules provided behavioral activation, cognitive restricting, and relapse prevention strategies. As needed . . .