Understanding Teletherapy and Its Impact

What historical example was given to show that remote mental health services are not a new concept?

• Text-based therapy services

• Video conferencing with therapists

• Online chat therapy

• Freud's treatment by mail

What was the average decrease in psychiatric hospital admissions for patients who participated in teletherapy according to a 2012 study?

• 10%

• 75%

• 24%

• 50%

Which type of therapy was found to be effective in reducing PTSD symptoms as per a 2018 paper?

• Phone and video teletherapy

• Text-based therapy

• Group therapy

• In-person therapy only

What critical part of communication helps strengthen the patient-therapist rapport in phone-only therapy?

• Text messages

• Vocal cues

• Email exchanges

• Visual cues

In a 2017 study, how much more likely were HIV-positive adults in rural areas to see improvements in depression symptoms with teletherapy?

• Twice as likely

• Three times as likely

• Five times as likely

• Ten times as likely

What is one potential drawback of using technology for therapy sessions?

• Limited access to therapists

• Higher costs

• More space for distractions

• Increased face-to-face interaction

What is unclear about the effectiveness of teletherapy for different conditions?

• Its impact on physical health

• Its cost-effectiveness

• Its ability to replace medication

• Its effectiveness for treating early-stage psychosis

What might therapists need to obtain in some regions to offer teletherapy services?

• Extra certifications

• A larger client base

• Advanced technology

• A new office

What is one benefit of teletherapy mentioned in the conclusion?

• It is only beneficial for urban areas

• It eliminates the need for any technology

• It creates more opportunities for patients and providers

• It reduces the need for therapists

What does Babbel offer to help with language learning?

• Courses without any practice sessions

• Only Spanish language courses

• Courses designed by language experts

• Free courses for all languages