Chatbot-Delivered Psychotherapy for Adults With Depressive and Anxiety Symptoms: A Systematic Review and Meta-Regression

Lim, Shi Min, Shiau, Chyi Wey Claudine, Cheng, Ling Jie, Lau, Ying·2022·Behavior Therapy
DOI 10.1016/j.beth.2021.09.007

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