Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) tailored to meet the needs of adults living with cystic fibrosis (ACT with CF) is a newer form of talk therapy that has been shown to reduce anxiety \& depression and improve psychological flexibility, and value-based living. The investigators are now trying to find out whether a self-help version of this treatment (ACT with CF - Self Help Toolkit) is also effective in reducing anxiety and depression and improving psychological flexibility and value-based living in adults with CF. Adults with cystic fibrosis are at increased risk for anxiety and depression. This study examines whether a patient-facing therapy, ACT with CF - Self Help Toolkit can help to reduce anxiety and depression among adults with CF. This treatment can be accessed on the participant's smartphone.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years or older * Existing diagnosis of cystic fibrosis * PHQ-9 score \>4 or GAD-7 score \>4 Exclusion Criteria: * History of suicide attempts or acute suicidal ideation on clinical assessment * Presence of psychotic disorder or symptoms * Presence of psychiatric disorders that interfere with participation in the study, judged by the study or treating clinician * Presence of other medical conditions that interfere with participation in the study, judged by the study or treating clinician