Journal article
Behavior Therapy for Tics via Videoconference Delivery: An Initial Pilot Test in Children
Cognitive and behavioral practice, Vol.17(3), pp.329-337
2010
DOI: 10.1016/j.cbpra.2010.02.006
Abstract
Habit reversal training (HRT) has been proven effective for reducing tics in children with Tourette's syndrome (TS). However, the availability of the intervention is limited. Videoconference technology represents a promising mode through which HRT may be disseminated to underserved areas. Using a multiple-baseline across participants design, the current study tested the effectiveness of videoconference-delivered HRT for 3 children with TS. Similar to results from randomized controlled trials studying face-to-face delivered HRT, videoconference-delivered HRT was effective for reducing tics. All three children demonstrated significant tic reduction following videoconference HRT delivery. All participants and their families rated the delivery modality as acceptable and the therapeutic relationship as strong. These results suggest that videoconference delivery may be a promising method for disseminating behavior therapy for tics.
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- Behavior Therapy for Tics via Videoconference Delivery: An Initial Pilot Test in Children
- Creators
- Michael B. Himle - University of North DakotaErin Olufs - University of North DakotaJoseph Himle - University of Michigan–Ann ArborBenjamin T.P. Tucker - University of Wisconsin–MilwaukeeDouglas W. Woods - University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publication Details
- Cognitive and behavioral practice, Vol.17(3), pp.329-337
- Publisher
- Elsevier Ltd
- DOI
- 10.1016/j.cbpra.2010.02.006
- ISSN
- 1077-7229
- eISSN
- 1878-187X
- Language
- English
- Date published
- 2010
- Academic Unit
- Psychiatry
- Record Identifier
- 9984294940002771
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