When economic security leaves you feeling anxious, depressed, or sleepless, you may feel unable to spend money on therapy. New research however points to an inexpensive and effective way of relief - do it online.
Programs based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can rapidly deliver some impressive results. One Web-based program for depression and anxiety gave as much relief as typically gained with face-to-face therapy (people with serious depression may need face-to-face help). Studies also suggest that CBT works as well as pills for most sleep problems, with no side effects. Here are some research backed programs that may help:
* MoodGYM: blends CBT and problem-solving therapy for depression but may work for other conditions as well. Free at moodgym.anu.edu.au.
* MySelfHelp: has Web-based CBT programs for insomnia, depression, eating disorders, and more. Fee of $20 per month at myselfhelp.com.
* The Good Days Ahead DVD-ROM: written by a team of doctors, addresses depression and anxiety. $99 at mindstreet.com.
* Blues BeGone: uses cartoon talking heads to deliver CBT for depression. $185 at bluesbegone.com.
"The journey of life is taken one step at a time... none of them should be painful." G.M. Barclay, DPM, AACFAS
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