Internet-based CBT for somatic symptom distress (iSOMA) in emerging adults: A randomized controlled trial

Persistent somatic symptom distress is common in emerging adults and is associated with adverse health outcomes and impairment. Internet-based interventions could help to prevent burden and chronicity. This randomized controlled trial tested the efficacy of a guided, cognitive-behavioral internet intervention for somatic symptom distress (iSOMA) in emerging adults at risk for somatic symptom disorder compared to a waitlist control condition.158 participants (Participants in the iSOMA group showed significantly greater improvements (Our intervention had a substantial positive impact on somatic symptom distress across a broad range of persistent physical symptoms in a vulnerable target group, opening up promising possibilities for indicative prevention and blended care for somatic symptom disorders. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2022 APA, all rights reserved).