Boosting trauma resilience: The power of electronic mental health support - a randomized trial.

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serval:BIB_0985C80B754F
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Article: article from journal or magazin.
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Title
Boosting trauma resilience: The power of electronic mental health support - a randomized trial.
Journal
Acta psychologica
Author(s)
Vonèche-Cardia I., Bendahan C., Fiori M., Antonietti J.P., Farah J.C., Gillet D., Preissmann D.
ISSN
1873-6297 (Electronic)
ISSN-L
0001-6918
Publication state
Published
Issued date
03/2025
Peer-reviewed
Oui
Volume
253
Pages
104698
Language
english
Notes
Publication types: Journal Article ; Randomized Controlled Trial
Publication Status: ppublish
Abstract
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing traumatic events, such as death, serious injury, or threats to oneself or others. Affecting 5-10 % of the population, PTSD is often underreported due to the reluctance of individuals to disclose personal traumatic experiences. This study explore the effectiveness of a digital (electronic mental health and psychosocial support) and psychologist-led intervention in mitigating PTSD symptoms. A randomized control trial was conducted, comparing the effects of human and digital intervention (conditions 1 and 2), and no intervention (control group) on PTSD symptoms induced by a traumatic film excerpt. Participants were randomly assigned to one of the three conditions. Emotional responses were measured using various scales, and flashbacks were recorded over a week following the intervention. Results demonstrated that both human and digital interventions significantly reduced negative emotions and flashbacks compared to the control group. The psychologist-led intervention was the most effective, followed by the digital intervention. This study highlights the potential of digital intervention to provide accessible, anonymous, and effective support for trauma victims, suggesting a promising avenue for future mental health interventions.
Keywords
Humans, Female, Male, Adult, Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic/therapy, Resilience, Psychological, Young Adult
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Web of science
Open Access
Yes
Funding(s)
University of Lausanne
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