Systematic Review on Internet Support Groups (ISGs) and Depression (1): Do ISGs Reduce Depressive Symptoms?
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2009
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Griffiths, Kathleen
Calear (previously Neil), Alison
Banfield, Michelle
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Journal of medical Internet Research
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BACKGROUND: Internet support groups (ISGs) enable individuals with specific health problems to readily communicate online. Peer support has been postulated to improve mental health, including depression, through the provision of social support. Given the
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Keywords: attitude to health; counseling; depression; health behavior; health education; human; human relation; Internet; outcome assessment; patient participation; patient satisfaction; psychological aspect; randomized controlled trial; review; self help; social s
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Journal of Medical Internet Research
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