What is it about?
Many people are interested in internet-delivered psychotherapy, but often prefer sessions with a therapist. The combination of face-to-face sessions with a therapist and active participation in an online program (a blended- format IPT) may offer the best of both worlds. This study tested blended-format interpersonal psychotherapy for depression in secondary mental health care.
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Why is it important?
Blended-format IPT may empower patients as the treatment format is clear and structured and patients can work in their own time on their treatment. A therapist is available for support and working through important topics in face-to-face sessions. Blended format IPT may increase quality and cost-effectiveness of care. Also, when in person sessions are replaced by videoconfering sessions, travel issues may be overcome.
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This page is a summary of: Pilot Study of Blended-Format Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Major Depressive Disorder, American Journal of Psychotherapy, February 2023, American Psychiatric Association,
DOI: 10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.20210061.
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