Computer-, smartphone-based treatments effective at reducing symptoms of depression

 

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/937349

 

 News Release 13-Dec-2021
Peer-Reviewed Publication
American Psychological Association

 

Computer- and smartphone-based treatments appear to be effective in reducing symptoms of depression, and while it remains unclear whether they are as effective as face-to-face psychotherapy, they offer a promising alternative to address the growing mental health needs spawned by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.

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