Internet-delivered Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Arabic for Anxiety and Depression

Culturally Adapted Transdiagnostic Internet-delivered Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Arabic for Anxiety and Depression

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of a culturally adapted internet-administrated cognitive behaviour therapy (ICBT) in Arabic for anxiety and depression

The study will compare the effect of the intervention against a wait-list control. The intervention tested is based on cognitive behavior therapy delivered over the internet via a secure treatment platform. Participants in the study are recruited from the general public via social media. The intervention is in Arabic.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Be above 18 years of age
• Have symptoms of anxiety and/or depression
• Be able to read and write in Arabic
• Have access to computer or smartphone

Exclusion Criteria:

• Suicidal ideation
• Alcohol addiction
• Other major primary psychiatric disorder
• Ongoing psychological treatment
• Recent (during last 4 weeks) change in psychiatric medication