The effect sizes associated with app-based treatments are generally smaller than face-to-face or ICBT §

Date created: 2022-06-29

A meta-analysis found small to medium effect sizes for depresion, GAD and other common disorders.

Why are the effect sizes smaller? §

• No (or poor) guidance
• Lack of reminders

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References §

• Linardon2019 - The efficacy of app-supported smartphone interventions for mental health problems, a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials