Internet therapy helps breast cancer survivors manage anxiety and depression

Breast cancer survivors often face heavy mental burdens. Anxiety and depression can feel overwhelming when you are already dealing with treatment side effects and life changes. A new analysis looked at whether internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy could help. This approach lets people learn coping skills online without needing to travel to a clinic every week. The study looked at 1,016 survivors who used these programs. Results showed clear improvements in both anxiety and depression scores. The therapy worked well even with just one session per week. It was also effective within eight to twelve weeks of starting the program. Self-guided versions of the therapy also showed significant benefits for those who prefer to work at their own pace. No serious safety issues were reported during the review. The programs were well tolerated by participants. However, experts say more research is needed to confirm these findings and check how long the benefits last. Despite this need for more data, the current evidence suggests this digital tool is a strong option for survivors struggling with their mental health.