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. 2018 Mar 8;20(3):e88. doi: 10.2196/jmir.9710

Table 1.

Description of the internet-based cognitive behavioral treatment.

Modules Psychoeducation Examples of homework assignments
Introduction The CBTa model Define personal problems and goals

Common emotional reactions post-MIb
Managing worry Worry awareness Exposure for worry with response prevention

Rational for worry exposure
Fear and avoidance Basic principles for fear and exposure Graded exposure in situations related to cardiac or other fears

Rational for graded exposures
Behavioral activation Vicious circles in depression Self-monitoring of mood and daily activities

Rational for behavioral activation Plan daily activities
Problem solving Basic problem-solving skills Apply problem-solving skills
Communication skills Basic communication skills and relationship-strengthening skills Apply communication and relationship-strengthening skills
Applied relaxation training Applied relaxation training protocol Practice according to relaxation training protocol
Managing negative thoughts Cognitive restructuring Self-monitor thoughts and apply cognitive restructuring skills
Coping with insomnia Sleep hygiene, stimulus control, and sleep restriction Self-monitor sleep and apply sleep restriction
Values in life Personal values and quality of life Formulate personal values and create an action plan according to them
Relapse prevention Relapse prevention of depression and anxiety Identify personal preventive strategies

aCBT: cognitive behavioral therapy.

bMI: myocardial infarction.