Scientific Commons: Pim Cuijpers

Distress and quality of life after autologous stem cell transplantation: a randomized clinical trial to evaluate the outcome of a web-based stepped care intervention (2010)

Braamse, Annemarie MJ, Van Meijel, Berno, Visser, Otto, Van Oppen, Patricia, Boenink, Annette D, Eeltink, Corien, ...

Abstract Background Psychological distress (i.e. depression and anxiety) is a strong predictor of functional status and other aspects of quality of life in autologous stem cell transplantation...

Recruiting participants for interventions to prevent the onset of depressive disorders: Possibile ways to increase participation rates (2010)

Cuijpers, Pim, Van Straten, Annemieke, Warmerdam, Lisanne, Van Rooy, Marie

Abstract Background Although indicated prevention of depression is available for about 80% of the Dutch population at little or no cost, only a small proportion of those with subthreshold depression...

A single blind randomized controlled trial of cognitive behavioural therapy in a help-seeking population with an At Risk Mental State for psychosis: the Dutch Early Detection and Intervention Evaluation (EDIE-NL) trial (2010)

Rietdijk, Judith, Dragt, Sara, Klaassen, Rianne, Ising, Helga, Nieman, Dorien, Wunderink, Lex, ...

Abstract Background Psychotic disorders are a serious mental health problem. Intervention before the onset of psychosis might result in delaying the onset, reducing the impact or even preventing the...

Internet interventions: Moving from efficacy to effectiveness (2010)

Gerhard Andersson; Linköping University And Karolinska Institutet, Per Carlbring; Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden, Pim Cuijpers; Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, The Netherlands

In this discussion paper we consider the issues involved when moving the field of Internet interventions from trials of efficacy to effectiveness in representative settings. In addition, the future...

Internet interventions: Moving from efficacy to effectiveness (2010)

Gerhard Andersson; Linköping University And Karolinska Institutet, Per Carlbring; Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden, Pim Cuijpers; Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, The Netherlands

In this discussion paper we consider the issues involved when moving the field of Internet interventions from trials of efficacy to effectiveness in representative settings. In addition, the future...

Internet interventions: Moving from efficacy to effectiveness (2010)

Gerhard Andersson; Linköping University And Karolinska Institutet, Per Carlbring; Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden, Pim Cuijpers; Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, The Netherlands

In this discussion paper we consider the issues involved when moving the field of Internet interventions from trials of efficacy to effectiveness in representative settings. In addition, the future...

Rationale and design of WEBCARE: A randomized, controlled, web-based behavioral intervention trial in cardioverter-defibrillator patients to reduce anxiety and device concerns and enhance quality of life (2009)

Pedersen, Susanne S, Spek, Viola, Theuns, Dominic AMJ, Alings, Marco, Van Der Voort, Pepijn, Jordaens, Luc, ...

Abstract Background The implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is generally well accepted, but 25-33% of patients experience clinical levels of anxiety, depression, and impaired quality of life...

Psychoeducation for depression, anxiety and psychological distress: a meta-analysis (2009)

Donker, Tara, Griffiths, Kathleen M, Cuijpers, Pim, Christensen, Helen

Abstract Background Given the high prevalence and burden associated with depression and anxiety disorders and the existence of treatment barriers, there is a clear need for brief, inexpensive and...

Prevention of depression and anxiety in adolescents: A randomized controlled trial testing the efficacy and mechanisms of Internet-based self-help problem-solving therapy (2009)

Hoek, Willemijn, Schuurmans, Josien, Koot, Hans M, Cuijpers, Pim

Abstract Background Even though depression and anxiety are highly prevalent in adolescence, youngsters are not inclined to seek help in regular healthcare. Therapy through the Internet, however, has...

Implementation of Internet-based preventive interventions for depression and anxiety: role of support? The design of a randomized controlled trial (2009)

Donker, Tara, Van Straten, Annemieke, Riper, Heleen, Marks, Isaac, Andersson, Gerhard, Cuijpers, Pim

Abstract Background Internet-based self-help is an effective preventive intervention for highly prevalent disorders, such as depression and anxiety. It is not clear, however, whether it is necessary...

Stepped care for depression and anxiety: from primary care to specialized mental health care: a randomised controlled trial testing the effectiveness of a stepped care program among primary care patients with mood or anxiety disorders (2009)

Seekles, Wike, Van Straten, Annemieke, Beekman, Aartjan, Van Marwijk, Harm, Cuijpers, Pim

Abstract Background Mood and anxiety disorders are highly prevalent and have a large impact on the lives of the affected individuals. Therefore, optimal treatment of these disorders is highly...

Preventing panic disorder: cost-effectiveness analysis alongside a pragmatic randomised trial (2009)

Smit, Filip, Willemse, Godelief, Meulenbeek, Peter, Koopmanschap, Marc, Van Balkom, Anton, Spinhoven, Philip, ...

Abstract Background Panic disorder affects many people, is associated with a formidable disease burden, and imposes costs on society. The annual influx of new cases of panic disorder is substantial....

Depression and body mass index, a u-shaped association (2009)

De Wit, Leonore M, Van Straten, Annemieke, Van Herten, Marieke, Penninx, Brenda WJH, Cuijpers, Pim

Abstract Background Results of studies concerning the association between obesity and depression are conflicting. Some find a positive association, some a negative association and some find no...

Effects and feasibility of a preventive intervention in sub-threshold and mild panic disorder: Results of a pilot study (2009)

Meulenbeek, Peter, Willemse, Godelief, Smit, Filip, Smits, Niels, Van Balkom, Anton, Spinhoven, Philip, ...

Abstract Background Panic disorder (PD) is a serious DSM-IV axis I disorder affecting up to 3% of the adult population each year. It is associated with a large burden of disease and extensive...

Implementation of Internet-based preventive interventions for depression and anxiety : role of support? The design of a randomized controlled trial (2009)

Donker, Tara, Van Straten, Annemieke, Riper, Heleen, Marks, Isaac, Andersson, Gerhard, Cuijpers, Pim

Background: Internet-based self-help is an effective preventive intervention for highly prevalent disorders, such as depression and anxiety. It is not clear, however, whether it is necessary to offer...

Early intervention in panic: randomized controlled trial and cost-effectiveness analysis (2008)

Meulenbeek, Peter, Willemse, Godelief, Smit, Filip, Van Balkom, Anton, Spinhoven, Philip, Cuijpers, Pim

Abstract Background Panic disorder (PD) is a common, severe and persistent mental disorder, associated with a high degree of distress and occupational and social disability. A substantial proportion...

Cost-utility of a visiting service for older widowed individuals: Randomised trial (2008)

Onrust, Simone, Smit, Filip, Willemse, Godelief, Bout, Jan, Cuijpers, Pim

Abstract Background Despite a growing understanding of the effectiveness of bereavement interventions and the groups that benefit most from them, we know little about the cost-effectiveness of...

Psychological treatment of depression: A meta-analytic database of randomized studies (2008)

Cuijpers, Pim, Van Straten, Annemieke, Warmerdam, Lisanne, Andersson, Gerhard

Abstract Background A large number of randomized controlled studies have clearly demonstrated that psychological interventions are effective in the treatment of depression. The number of studies in...

Web-based cognitive behavioural therapy (W-CBT) for diabetes patients with co-morbid depression: Design of a randomised controlled trial (2008)

Van Bastelaar, Kim MP, Pouwer, Frans, Cuijpers, Pim, Twisk, Jos WR, Snoek, Frank J

Abstract Background Depression is common among people with diabetes, negatively affecting quality of life, treatment adherence and diabetes outcomes. In routine clinical care, diabetes patients have...

Effectiveness of a Web-Based Self-Help Intervention for Symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, and Stress: Randomized Controlled Trial (2008)

Van Straten, Annemieke, Cuijpers, Pim, Smits, Niels

Reviewer: Munoz, Ricardo

Article type Study protocol (2008)

Godelief Willemse, Filip Smit, Anton Van Balkom, Philip Spinhoven, Pim Cuijpers, Peter Meulenbeek, ...

This Provisional PDF corresponds to the article as it appeared upon acceptance. Fully formatted PDF and full text (HTML) versions will be made available soon. Early intervention in panic: randomized...

Preventing the onset of depressive disorders : a meta-analytic review of psychological interventions (2008)

Cuijpers, Pim, Van Straten, Annemieke, Smit, Filip, Mihalopoulos, Cathrine, Beekman, Aartjan

OBJECTIVE: A growing number of studies have tested the efficacy of preventive interventions in reducing the incidence of depressive disorders. Until now, no meta-analysis has integrated the results...

Preventing the onset of depressive disorders : a meta-analytic review of psychological interventions (2008)

Cuijpers, Pim, Van Straten, Annemieke, Smit, Filip, Mihalopoulos, Cathrine, Beekman, Aartjan

OBJECTIVE: A growing number of studies have tested the efficacy of preventive interventions in reducing the incidence of depressive disorders. Until now, no meta-analysis has integrated the results...

BMC Psychiatry BioMed Central Database Psychological treatment of depression: A meta-analytic database of (2008)

Randomized Studies, Pim Cuijpers, Annemieke Van Straten, Lisanne Warmerdam, Lisanne Warmerdam, Gerhard Andersson

This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License

Preventing the onset of depressive disorders : a meta-analytic review of psychological interventions (2008)

Cuijpers, Pim, Van Straten, Annemieke, Smit, Filip, Mihalopoulos, Cathrine, Beekman, Aartjan

OBJECTIVE : A growing number of studies have tested the efficacy of preventive interventions in reducing the incidence of depressive disorders. Until now, no meta-analysis has integrated the results...

Preventing the onset of depressive disorders : a meta-analytic review of psychological interventions (2008)

Cuijpers, Pim, Van Straten, Annemieke, Smit, Filip, Mihalopoulos, Cathrine, Beekman, Aartjan

OBJECTIVE : A growing number of studies have tested the efficacy of preventive interventions in reducing the incidence of depressive disorders. Until now, no meta-analysis has integrated the results...

Internet-based treatment for adults with depressive symptoms: the protocol of a randomized controlled trial (2007)

Warmerdam, Lisanne, Van Straten, Annemieke, Cuijpers, Pim

Abstract Background Depression is a highly prevalent condition, affecting more than 15% of the adult population at least once in their lives. Guided self-help is effective in the treatment of...

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy versus Short Psychodynamic Supportive Psychotherapy in the outpatient treatment of depression: a randomized controlled trial (2007)

Driessen, Ellen, Van, Henricus L, Schoevers, Robert A, Cuijpers, Pim, Van Aalst, Gerda, Don, Frank J, ...

Abstract Background Previous research has shown that Short Psychodynamic Supportive Psychotherapy (SPSP) is an effective alternative to pharmacotherapy and combined treatment (SPSP and...

Self-help interventions for anxiety disorders: An overview (2007)

Cuijpers, Pim, Schuurmans, Josien

Anxiety disorders are highly prevalent and are associated with a marked impairment in quality of life and a huge economic cost to society. Unfortunately, a considerable number of people who struggle...

Sensitivity and specificity of the Major Depression Inventory in outpatients (2007)

Cuijpers, Pim, Dekker, Jack, Noteboom, Annemieke, Smits, Niels, Peen, Jaap

Abstract Background The Major Depression Inventory (MDI) is a new, brief, self-report measure for depression based on the DSM-system, which allows clinicians to assess the presence of a depressive...

Self-help interventions for anxiety disorders: An overview (2007)

Cuijpers, Pim, Schuurmans, Josien

Anxiety disorders are highly prevalent and are associated with a marked impairment in quality of life and a huge economic cost to society. Unfortunately, a considerable number of people who struggle...

Self-help interventions for anxiety disorders: An overview (2007)

Cuijpers, Pim, Schuurmans, Josien

Anxiety disorders are highly prevalent and are associated with a marked impairment in quality of life and a huge economic cost to society. Unfortunately, a considerable number of people who struggle...

BMC Psychiatry BioMed Central Study protocol (2007)

Lisanne Warmerdam, Annemieke Van Straten, Pim Cuijpers, Pim Cuijpers

Internet-based treatment for adults with depressive symptoms: the protocol of a randomized controlled trial

depression: a randomized controlled trial (2007)

Ellen Driessen, Henricus L Van, Robert A Schoevers, Pim Cuijpers, Gerda Van Aalst, Frank J Don, ...

Supportive Psychotherapy in the outpatient treatment of

Prevention of anxiety and depression in the age group of 75 years and over: a randomised controlled trial testing the feasibility and effectiveness of a generic stepped care programme among elderly community residents at high risk of developing anxiety and depression versus usual care [ISRCTN26474556] (2006)

Van 't Veer-Tazelaar, Nelleke, Van Marwijk, Harm, Van Oppen, Patricia, Nijpels, Giel, Van Hout, Hein, Cuijpers, Pim, ...

Abstract Background In frail elderly, the effects of depression and anxiety are deep encroaching. Indicated prevention studies, aimed at subjects with subthreshold disorder, have shown that well...

Directions for the International Society for Research on Internet Interventions (ISRII) (2006)

Ritterband, Lee M, Andersson, Gerhard, Christensen, Helen M, Carlbring, Per, Cuijpers, Pim

Reviewer: Potts, Henry

Adapting and disseminating effective public health interventions in another country: towards a systematic approach (2005)

Cuijpers, Pim, Graaf, Ireen De, Bohlmeijer, Ernst

Background: Public health interventions that have proven effective in one country, are often adapted and disseminated in other countries. However, the process by which effective interventions are...

Adapting and disseminating effective public health interventions in another country: towards a systematic approach (2005)

Cuijpers, Pim, Graaf, Ireen De, Bohlmeijer, Ernst

Adapting and disseminating effective public health interventions in another country: towards a systematic approach (2005)

Cuijpers, Pim, Graaf, Ireen De, Bohlmeijer, Ernst

Prevention of anxiety and depression in the age group of 75 years and over: a randomised controlled trial testing the feasibility and effectiveness of a generic stepped care programme among elderly community residents at high risk of developing anxiety and depression versus usual care [ISRCTN26474556]

Van 't Veer-Tazelaar, Nelleke, Van Marwijk, Harm, Van Oppen, Patricia, Nijpels, Giel, Van Hout, Hein, Cuijpers, Pim, ...

Prevention of anxiety and depression in the age group of 75 years and over: a randomised controlled trial testing the feasibility and effectiveness of a generic stepped care programme among elderly community residents at high risk of developing anxiety and depression versus usual care [ISRCTN26474556]

Van 't Veer-Tazelaar, Nelleke, Van Marwijk, Harm, Van Oppen, Patricia, Nijpels, Giel, Van Hout, Hein, Cuijpers, Pim, ...

Sensitivity and specificity of the Major Depression Inventory in outpatients

Cuijpers, Pim, Dekker, Jack, Noteboom, Annemieke, Smits, Niels, Peen, Jaap

Directions for the International Society for Research on Internet Interventions (ISRII)

Ritterband, Lee M, Andersson, Gerhard, Christensen, Helen M, Carlbring, Per, Cuijpers, Pim

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy versus Short Psychodynamic Supportive Psychotherapy in the outpatient treatment of depression: a randomized controlled trial

Driessen, Ellen, Van, Henricus L, Schoevers, Robert A, Cuijpers, Pim, Van Aalst, Gerda, Don, Frank J, ...

Internet-based treatment for adults with depressive symptoms: the protocol of a randomized controlled trial

Warmerdam, Lisanne, Van Straten, Annemieke, Cuijpers, Pim

Web-based cognitive behavioural therapy (W-CBT) for diabetes patients with co-morbid depression: Design of a randomised controlled trial

Van Bastelaar, Kim MP, Pouwer, Frans, Cuijpers, Pim, Twisk, Jos WR, Snoek, Frank J

Internet-administered cognitive behavior therapy for health problems: a systematic review

Cuijpers, Pim, Van Straten, Annemieke, Andersson, Gerhard

Cognitive-behavioral interventions are the most extensively researched form of psychological treatment and are increasingly offered through the Internet. Internet-based interventions may save...

Psychological treatment of depression: A meta-analytic database of randomized studies

Cuijpers, Pim, Van Straten, Annemieke, Warmerdam, Lisanne, Andersson, Gerhard

Effectiveness of a Web-Based Self-Help Intervention for Symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, and Stress: Randomized Controlled Trial

Van Straten, Annemieke, Cuijpers, Pim, Smits, Niels

Cost-utility of a visiting service for older widowed individuals: Randomised trial

Onrust, Simone, Smit, Filip, Willemse, Godelief, Bout, Jan Van Den, Cuijpers, Pim

Internet-Based Treatment for Adults with Depressive Symptoms: Randomized Controlled Trial

Warmerdam, Lisanne, Van Straten, Annemieke, Twisk, Jos, Riper, Heleen, Cuijpers, Pim

Predicting Successful Treatment Outcome of Web-Based Self-help for Problem Drinkers: Secondary Analysis From a Randomized Controlled Trial

Riper, Heleen, Kramer, Jeannet, Keuken, Max, Smit, Filip, Schippers, Gerard, Cuijpers, Pim

Early intervention in panic: randomized controlled trial and cost-effectiveness analysis

Meulenbeek, Peter, Willemse, Godelief, Smit, Filip, Van Balkom, Anton, Spinhoven, Philip, Cuijpers, Pim