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The Effects of a Chatbot-Based Interpretation Bias Modification on Early Adulthood Depression

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  27 August 2024

J. Lee*
Affiliation:
Kangwon National University, Chuncheon, Korea, Republic Of
D. Lee
Affiliation:
Kangwon National University, Chuncheon, Korea, Republic Of
*
*Corresponding author.

Abstract

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Introduction

Depression, particularly in early adulthood, presents a significant mental health challenge with far-reaching implications. Innovative approaches to address and alleviate depressive symptoms are of paramount importance in this context. One such approach involves the utilization of technology, specifically chatbot-based programs, to target specific cognitive biases associated with depression.

Objectives

The central objective is to empirically examine whether this program can effectively influence depressive mood and negative cognition in individuals grappling with depressive symptoms.

Methods

To ascertain the program’s efficacy, participants were divided into two groups: the CBM-I group (n=20), which underwent interpretation bias modification training, and the Mood Check group(n=20), which served as a control and engaged in a simple mood-checking exercise. A battery of psychological measures was employed, including assessments of depression, interpretation bias, suicidal ideation, resilience, and attention control.

Results

Analysis results showed that the CBM-I group had a significant reduction in depression (PHQ-9, CES-D) compared to the Mood Check group in the post-measurement. Moreover, resilience (CD-RISC) and attention control (ACQ) significantly improved in the CBM-I group.

Conclusions

This research serves as a stepping stone towards a deeper understanding of how chatbot-based interventions can contribute to the management of early adulthood depression, offering new perspectives and possibilities in the realm of mental health support and treatment.

Disclosure of Interest

None Declared

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© The Author(s), 2024. Published by Cambridge University Press on behalf of European Psychiatric Association
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