Technology-Assisted, Group-Based CBT for Rural Adults' Depression: Open Pilot Trial Results.
Res Soc Work Pract
; 32(2): 131-145, 2022 Feb.
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| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1448130
ABSTRACT
Purpose:
This pilot study assesses the association of Raising Our Spirits Together (ROST), a technology-assisted, group-based cognitive behavioral therapy for depression, with rural adults' depressive symptoms and anxiety.Method:
Nine adults from rural Michigan participated in an open pilot of ROST. Clergy facilitated pilot groups. The pilot began in February 2020 in-person. Due to COVID-19, the pilot was completed virtually.Results:
Mean depressive symptom scores, based on the PHQ-9, significantly decreased from pre-treatment (M = 14.4) to post-treatment (M = 6.33; t (8) = 6.79; P < .001). Symptom reduction was maintained at 3-month follow-up (M = 8.00), with a significant pattern of difference in depressive symptoms over time (F(2) = 17.7; P < .001; eta-squared = .689). Similar patterns occurred for anxiety based on the GAD-7. Participants attended an average of 7.33 of 8 sessions. Fidelity ratings were excellent.Discussion:
ROST is a potentially feasible intervention for rural adults' depressive symptoms. ROST offers a promising model for increasing treatment access and building capacity in rural areas.
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Type of study:
Cohort study
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Experimental Studies
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Prognostic study
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Randomized controlled trials
Language:
English
Journal:
Res Soc Work Pract
Year:
2022
Document Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
10497315211044835
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