Single session of interpretation bias modification helped to improve fear of COVID-19 and COVID-19-related post-traumatic stress symptoms

Conclusions IMP could improve negative interpretations and fear related to COVID-19 and might help to ameliorate PTSS. Clinical implications The role of PTSS-related emotion should be considered when exploring the effectiveness of IMP. IMP is a flexible approach that can be tailored to the specific characteristics of the traumatic event, which makes it suitable for a broader range of traumatised individuals.
Source: Evidence-Based Mental Health - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Tags: Open access, COVID-19 Psychotherapies Source Type: research