Personality traits predict and moderate the outcome of Internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy for chronic tinnitus
Kleinstäuber M, Weise C, Andersson G, Probst T (2018)
Publication Type: Journal article
Publication year: 2018
Journal
Book Volume: 57
Pages Range: 538-544
Journal Issue: 7
DOI: 10.1080/14992027.2018.1432902
Abstract
Objective: The aim of this study is to investigate whether the Big Five personality traits predict the outcome of Internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy (ICBT) and whether they moderate the outcome between ICBT and face-to-face group cognitive behavioural therapy (GCBT). Design: This study investigated the Big Five personality traits as predictors and moderators of the outcome (tinnitus handicap) in a trial comparing ICBT and GCBT for chronic tinnitus. Study sample: N = 84 patients with chronic tinnitus were randomised to either ICBT (n = 41) or GCBT (n = 43). Results: A multilevel model for discontinuous change was performed. Higher scores on the “openness” scale of the Big Five Personality Inventory (BFI-10) predicted a lower tinnitus handicap (Tinnitus Handicap Inventory, THI) at post-treatment in ICBT (p < 0.05). Openness moderated the outcome at post-treatment in favour of ICBT (p < 0.05). Higher scores on the BFI-10 “conscientiousness” scale predicted a more favourable outcome in ICBT at 6-month (p < 0.05) and 12-month follow-up (p < 0.05), but the BFI-10 “conscientiousness” scale was positively associated with the THI at baseline (p < 0.05). Conclusions: ICBT might be the preferred treatment choice for tinnitus patients being open towards new experiences. Moreover, ICBT requires autonomous work and self-motivation by the patient in order to have an impact.
Involved external institutions
Linköping University
Sweden (SE)
Universität für Weiterbildung / Donau-Universität Krems
Austria (AT)
Sweden (SE)
Universität für Weiterbildung / Donau-Universität Krems
Austria (AT)
How to cite
APA:
Kleinstäuber, M., Weise, C., Andersson, G., & Probst, T. (2018). Personality traits predict and moderate the outcome of Internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy for chronic tinnitus. International Journal of Audiology, 57(7), 538-544. https://doi.org/10.1080/14992027.2018.1432902
MLA:
Kleinstäuber, Maria, et al. "Personality traits predict and moderate the outcome of Internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy for chronic tinnitus." International Journal of Audiology 57.7 (2018): 538-544.
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