The efficacy of internet interventions for depression and anxiety disorders: a review of randomised controlled trials

@article{Griffiths2010TheEO,
  title={The efficacy of internet interventions for depression and anxiety disorders: a review of randomised controlled trials},
  author={Kathleen Margaret Griffiths and Louise M. Farrer and Helen Christensen},
  journal={Medical Journal of Australia},
  year={2010},
  volume={192}
}
Objective: To review the outcomes, nature and quality of published randomised controlled trials of preventive and treatment internet interventions for depression and anxiety disorders, and to document the availability of effective interventions. 
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