Alyson Norman
Assessing the usability and acceptability of FaceIT@home: An online CBT intervention for people with visible differences
Norman, Alyson; Veale, Joanne; Williamson, Heidi
Authors
Joanne Veale
Heidi Williamson Heidi3.Williamson@uwe.ac.uk
Associate Professor in Applied Health Research
Abstract
To increase access to support, an online psychosocial support tool for adults with visible differences was adapted for use without referral or supervision. This intervention combines a cognitive behavioural and social skills model of support. This study aimed to assess the usability and acceptability of Face IT@home as a self-help intervention. Eighty-one participants were recruited (32 with visible differences). Stage 1 included 14 participants (11 female, all with visible differences) who viewed two sessions of Face IT@home and undertook a semi-structured telephone interview. Stage 2 consisted of 14 think-aloud sessions (13 female, none with visible differences) with participants, supervised by researchers. Stage 3 employed 53 participants (47 female; 19 with visible differences), to view one session of Face IT@home and complete an online survey to evaluate usability and acceptability. User interviews, think-aloud studies and questionnaires identified usability and acceptability factors of Face IT@home that make it fit for purpose as a self-help tool. Participants suggested some changes to the Face IT@home program to improve usability. Participants reported that Face IT@home was a useful tool for people with visible differences and could be effective. The CBT-based model was considered a useful approach to addressing psychosocial concerns. The online self-help format will increase access to psychological support for adults with visible differences. Key learning aims (1) The paper outlines an important cognitive behavioural framework for supporting adults with visible differences. (2) The paper demonstrates the importance of user testing and client involvement in developing intervention models. (3) The studies highlight one approach to the process of user testing that can produce a robust online intervention.
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Acceptance Date | Jul 25, 2022 |
Online Publication Date | Sep 14, 2022 |
Publication Date | 2022-10 |
Deposit Date | Aug 1, 2022 |
Publicly Available Date | Oct 21, 2022 |
Journal | Cognitive Behaviour Therapist |
Electronic ISSN | 1754-470X |
Publisher | Cambridge University Press (CUP) |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Volume | 15 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1017/S1754470X22000381 |
Keywords | acceptability; adults; CCBT; psychoeducation; skills training; stepped care |
Public URL | https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/9780237 |
Publisher URL | https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/the-cognitive-behaviour-therapist/article/assessing-the-usability-and-acceptability-of-face-ithome-an-online-cbt-intervention-for-people-with-visible-differences/961558A0F4443C546C9E3B704B16AB35 |
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