Large-scale delivery of an Internet-based psychological intervention in Region Stockholm using an advanced e-learning platform (QB-ACT)

July 2024 – June 2026

Objective
The QB-ACT project aims to develop and evaluate an Internet-based psychological intervention integrating Question-Based Learning (QBL) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). It seeks to create an engaging, user-friendly platform for delivering therapy to improve mental health outcomes, reduce dropout rates, and enhance treatment adherence. By conducting a randomized controlled trial, the project will assess its effectiveness in addressing anxiety, depression, and overall well-being. Additionally, it aims to promote accessibility and scalability, providing an innovative alternative to traditional mental health care while supporting broader adoption through stakeholder dissemination and integration into healthcare systems.

Background
The QB-ACT project addresses critical challenges in mental health care: the growing demand for services and insufficient accessibility. Internet-based psychological interventions offer scalable solutions but often face issues like low engagement and high dropout rates. To overcome these barriers, the project integrates the evidence-based framework of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with Question-Based Learning (QBL), a proven methodology from e-learning. ACT fosters mindfulness and value-driven action to improve mental health, while QBL enhances engagement and learning through interactive, problem-solving techniques. By uniting these approaches, QB-ACT seeks to create a transformative digital platform, making therapy more accessible, personalized, and effective.

Crossdisciplinary collaboration
The proposed research project unites a multidisciplinary team with expertise spanning clinical psychology, Internet-based psychological treatments, large-scale e-learning technology, instructional design, online education, and the OLI Torus e-learning platform, ensuring a comprehensive and innovative approach to digital mental health interventions.