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Internet-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Spanish Tinnitus Sufferers: A Global Pilot Trial
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Internet-based Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Tinnitus. Completed, enrolled 46 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Nearly 50 million people in the U.S. experience tinnitus, of which about 20 million people have burdensome chronic tinnitus. Tinnitus can be very debilitating as many aspects of daily life can be affected, such as sleep, mood, and concentration. Currently, there is no cure for tinnitus. Pharmacological or sound-therapy based interventions are sometimes provided but may be of limited value to certain individuals. Research suggests that Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) based approaches have the most evidence of effectiveness in the management of tinnitus. However, CBT is rarely offered to tinnitus sufferers in the U.S. (less than 1%), partly because of lack of trained professionals who can deliver CBT. To improve access to CBT for tinnitus, an online CBT program has been developed which is also available in Spanish. However, the outcomes of the Spanish version of the program has not been evaluated. The purpose of the current study is to determine the feasibility of guided Spanish version of the Internet-based CBT (ICBT) using audiological support on tinnitus distress and tinnitus-related comorbidities.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
The intervention offered is a CTB-based internet intervention, providing an opportunity to learn about new ways of coping with tinnitus during everyday life. It is 8-week long e-learning intervention, with new modules introduced weekly and assignments are given to practice techniques learned.