Internet-delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Health Anxiety

Internet-delivered Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Health Anxiety - a Randomized Controlled Trial

Hypochondriasis (health anxiety) is common, has many negative consequences for the afflicted individual and is associated with high societal costs. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) has proven to be effective when administered in live-sessions. The aim of this study is to investigate whether CBT remains effective when administered via a self-help programme on the Internet.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Primary diagnosis of hypochondriasis
• At least 18 years old
• Able to read and write in swedish
• Computer access

Exclusion Criteria:

• Drug abuse
• Concurrent severe depression
• No serious somatic illness
• Previous treatment with CBT for hypochondriasis