Acceptability, satisfaction and perceived efficacy of “Space from Depression” an internet-delivered treatment for depression

AbstractBackgroundThere are clear advantages to internet-delivered interventions for depression. Users' perspectives on the acceptability, satisfaction, and efficacy of an internet-delivered treatment for depression can inform future developments in the area.MethodsRespondents (n=281) were participants in an 8week supported internet-delivered Cognitive Behaviour Therapy treatment for depressive symptoms. Self-report online questionnaires gathered quantitative and qualitative data on the user experience.Principle findingsMost respondents were satisfied with the programme (n=191), felt supported (n=203), reported positive gains and impact resulting from use of the programme, and perceived these to be likely to be lasting effects (n=149). Flexibility and accessibility were the most liked aspects. A small number of respondents felt their needs were not met by the intervention (n=64); for this group suggestions for improvements centred on the programme's structure and how supporter feedback is delivered.ConclusionResults will deepen the understanding of users' experience and inform the development and implementation of evidence-based internet-delivered interventions