Table 3 SilverCloud Space from Depression i-CBT modules, topics, goals, and activities
Modules | Topics | Goals | Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
1. Getting Started | • Introduction to CBT model • The CBT Cycle • Personal stories | • Learn about CBT • Introduce the Mood Monitor • Introduce the CBT Cycle • Learn how thoughts, emotions, physical sensations & behaviors affect each other • Connect with the present moment | • Mood Monitor • My CBT Cycles • Staying in the Present (Breathe) |
2. Understanding Depression | • Psychoeducation • Applying CBT to depression • The cycle of depression • Personal stories | • Improve understanding of depression • Learn about role of thoughts, emotions, physical sensations and behaviors in depression • Reflect on own personal circumstances | • Depression Myths & Facts Quiz • Understanding My Situation • Staying in the Present (Body Scan) |
3. Noticing Feelings | • Understanding emotions • Managing emotions • Physical sensations & mood • Lifestyle choices • Changing physical sensations to improve mood • Personal stories | • Learn about emotions and role in CBT Cycle • Recognize emotions that are difficult to cope with • Recognize physical sensations • Identify activities to target distressing physical sensations associated with depression • Explore the impact of lifestyle choices on depression and well-being | • Emotions & Your Body Quiz • My CBT Cycles • Mapping Lifestyle Choices • Staying in the Present (Progressive Muscle Relaxation) |
4. Boosting Behavior | • Psychoeducation • Behavioral traps • Increasing activity level • Helpful/unhelpful supports • Getting motivated • The importance activities • Personal stories | • Learn about the link between mood & behaviors • Improve knowledge of common behavioral traps & how to beat them • Learn tips on how to get motivated during periods of low mood • Recognize the importance of pleasurable activities & achievements in boosting mood | • Mood & Behavior Quiz • Your Backup & Support Network • My Motivational Tips • My Activities • Your Mood & Your Body • Activity Scheduling • Staying in The Present (Mindful Eating) |
5. Spotting Thoughts | • Automatic thoughts & mood • Thinking traps • Catching unhelpful thoughts • Personal stories | • Learn about the role of thoughts in depression within the CBT Cycle • Recognize negative automatic thoughts • Understand & recognize thinking traps | • Me & My Thoughts Quiz • My CBT Cycles • Staying in the Present (Watching Thoughts) |
6. Challenging Thoughts | • Hot thoughts • Challenging thoughts • Tackling thinking traps • Coping with situations • Personal stories | • Learn about hot thoughts & how to recognize • Learn to challenge negative thoughts • Learn how to overcome specific thinking traps • Recognize situations where it is necessary to use thoughts to cope | • Your Thinking Style Quiz • My Helpful Thoughts • My CBT Cycles • Staying in the Present (Watching Thoughts) |
7. Core Beliefs | • What are core beliefs • Where do they come from • Identifying core beliefs • Challenging core beliefs • Balancing core beliefs • Personal stories | • Improve understanding of core beliefs & where they come from • Improve knowledge on how to recognize hot thought themes & underlying core beliefs • Learn to challenge core beliefs by finding evidence • Balance core beliefs using balanced alternatives • Gain insight into experiences of core beliefs | • Core Beliefs Quiz • Core Beliefs: (identifying, challenging, balancing, and strengthening) |
8. Bringing it All Together | • Finishing up • Warning signs & planning • Social support • Preparing for the future • Preparing for relapse • Personal Stories | • Preparation for coming to the end of the program • Recognize the importance of social support in staying well • Identify warning signs • Planning for staying well • Set goals for the future | • Your Backup and Support Network • Staying Well Plan • Goals • Taking Stock • Staying in the Present (Sounds) |