An Inventory of Web-Based Tools Used to Support the Developing Field of Online Therapy
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Date
2011-07-06
Authors
Merkel, Pamela L.
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Abstract
This study provides a descriptive inventory of web-based tools used in the online delivery of psychotherapeutic services. Growth in the field of online psychotherapy means greater opportunity for the professional therapist in offering online psychotherapy services. Tools, in order of popularity, include websites, email, internet relay chat, instant messaging, forum and bulletin boards, video conferencing and webcams, virtual reality software, and text messaging. Tools are used to treat anxiety disorder, mood disorder, and personality disorder.
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AIM Terminal Project
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Cyberpsychology, E-therapy, Internet therapy, Online psychotherapy, Psychotherapy, Applied Information Management, AIM, Data