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Digital Therapy Reduces Men's Anxiety and Distress Significantly

6/29/2025

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Men, like women, are affected by appearance-related safety behaviors that lead to psychological distress, according to a study in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. A digital intervention showed promising results, significantly lowering anxiety, depression, and disordered eating in men within a month. Researchers call for broader studies to improve treatment and understand the influence of gender and sexual orientation.

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Story summary

Men, like women, are affected by appearance-related safety behaviors that lead to psychological distress, according to a study in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. A digital intervention showed promising results, significantly lowering anxiety, depression, and disordered eating in men within a month. Researchers call for broader studies to improve treatment and understand the influence of gender and sexual orientation.