Opinion on the efficacy of Teletherapy Versus In-Person Psychoth

[Napisa Freya Sawamiphak]

1. What is your opinion on the efficacy of Teletherapy Versus In-Person Psychotherapy?

[Auswin Rojanasumapong]

In my opinion, the efficacy of teletherapy is “as good as” conventional in-person therapy in terms of improving depressive symptoms and attrition. However, to replace conventional methods with teletherapy there should be further studies about other aspects of the service, such as cost, and technology adoption from both providers and patients.

[Anawat ratchatorn]

In my point of view, other than abilities to communicate that Teletherapy can do as good as In-Person, It might be depend on individual’s personality. Some might feel more comfortable to do Telemedicine as they don’t have to drive to the hospital and also don’t have to talk face-to-face, that can be awkward, with therapist.

[TARO KITA]

Apart from its efficacy, the use of Teletherapy in the field of psychiatry is known to be useful in terms of reducing the barriers to consultation for patients who do not wish to make an In-Person Psychotherapy. However, it is also known that some patient conditions, such as acute depression, may not be appropriate for telemedicine. Therefore, it is necessary to consider applying a combination of Teletherapy and In-Person Psychotherapy.

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