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Beating the Blues sees its 100th patient
The Beating the Blues (BTB) programme has reached its 1000th patient – double the target it set itself when it launched in 2014.
The impressive total was reached early this year and highlights how referrers and patients alike have embraced the ground breaking project which uses online cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to help treat people with depression or anxiety.
Dr Michael Killoran Ross, head of psychological therapies (adult mental health) and chair of the group overseeing BTB, said: “We’re absolutely delighted to have met this milestone earlier than we anticipated.
“It’s testimony to the confidence that referrers have in the programme and we’ve had some great feedback from patients on how it’s helped them.”
Computerised CBT has been shown to be useful for all adults with mild to moderate depression and anxiety who require a flexible treatment.
Treatment can be accessed from different locations such as a patient’s home or local library at times that suit them.
Michael continued: “Referrals have come from a variety of sources with the biggest referring group GPs.
“I’d like to thank them all for supporting the programme and helping us reach this significant landmark.”
For more information on BTB contact Lan.beatingtheblues@nhs.net or call 01698 366740.
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