Does privacy matter in digital therapy? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT06465589

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how anonymity and data privacy affect the success of online therapy for social anxiety. Over 450 adults used either a fully anonymous or a standard version of a digital self-help program. The goal was to see if privacy options change how well the therapy works and what people prefer.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

psychiatric disorder social phobia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University Bern, Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy Department

    Bern, 3012, Switzerland