Table 1.
eTherapy weekly module content.
| Module | Key principles |
|---|---|
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CBT psychoeducation and description of the binge-eating cycle. Introduction and justification for self-monitoring of eating, including digital food diary use to log daily food and plan future meals. Introduction of weekly weighing. |
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Personalised case formulation and psychoeducation regarding food restriction and starvation. Introduction of the three-hour rule (regular/structured eating every 3 h) and psychoeducation regarding normal eating. |
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Strategies and skills to address binge-eating and the urge to binge. Overview of the role of triggers in the binge-eating cycle. |
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Introduction of a problem-solving framework, an introduction to feelings and their role in the CBT model, and motivational strategies. |
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Introduction of an emotional regulation framework to assist with negative emotions. Self-monitoring of unhelpful thoughts using digital tool. |
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Introduction to thought challenging. |
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Psychoeducation with regards to “feared foods” and “food rules.” Development of an exposure hierarchy to challenge feared foods and food rules using digital Exposure Tools. |
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Psychoeducation regarding body image and the development of personalised exposure exercises to challenge body checking and/or avoidance behaviours. Introduction to “Urge Surfing.” |
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Identifying strategies to encourage greater acceptance and self-compassion, including reflection of strengths and values separate from eating, weight, and shape. |
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Introduction of relapse prevention strategies in a recovery-based framework. A review of symptom-change and a discussion regarding possible engagement with further treatment and supports. |
This table was originally published in Rom and colleagues (32) and has been modified to include additional information about eTherapy modules 5 to 10. This table is part of an open access article under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs License, which permits use and distribution in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited, the use is non-commercial, and no modifications or adaptations are made.