The Need for Web-Based Cognitive Behavior Therapy Among University Students |
| |
| Authors: | Ove K. Lintvedt Kristian S⊘rensen Andreas R. Østvik Bas Verplanken Catharina E. Wang |
| |
| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Psychology , University of Troms? , Norwayovel@psyk.uit.no;3. Department of Psychology , University of Troms? , Norway;4. Department of Psychology , University of Troms? , Norway, University of Bath, United Kingdom |
| |
| Abstract: | ABSTRACT This study investigates students' need for a web-based cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) intervention program for preventing depression, the mental health status of those who felt a need for such a program, and underlying factors of the intention to use web-based self-help. A conceptual model for explaining intention to use web-based self-help is proposed. Nearly half of the participants reported a need for help with psychological problems, but only a third of these actually sought help from traditional mental health services. In conclusion, there is a need for web-based self-help, and web-based CBT has the potential to attract a group of students who, so far, have not been reached by traditional mental health services. |
| |
| Keywords: | CBT depression internet-based intervention mental health TPB university |
|
|
