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Internet-based interventions in the treatment of mental disorders. Overview, quality criteria, perspectives
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Abstract
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| Mental disorders are frequently not or only insufficiently treated. Internet-based interventions offer the potential of closing the existing gaps in the treatment of mental disorders; however, it is very difficult for patients and providers to choose from the numerous interventions available. The aim of this study was to develop a set of quality criteria that can help patients and care providers to identify recommendable internet-based interventions. A selective literature search was carried out and the existing evidence on internet-based interventions in the treatment of mental disorders was collated. A panel of experts then developed quality criteria based on existing models for the systematic assessment of telemedicine applications. Internet-based interventions are effective in the treatment of a broad range of mental disorders. The best evidence is available for depression and anxiety disorders. A set of criteria is proposed for the evaluation of available internet-based interventions using a checklist. These criteria have to be developed further with input from other stakeholders. When taking these quality criteria into account, evidence-based interventions available on the internet can make an important contribution to improvement of the care of patients with mental disorders. |
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Language
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English
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Source (journal)
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Der Nervenarzt. - Berlin
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Publication
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New york
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Springer
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2016
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ISSN
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0028-2804
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DOI
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10.1007/S00115-016-0217-7
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87
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(2016)
, p. 1185-1193
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ISI
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000387494500008
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Pubmed ID
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27649987
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