The Effectiveness CBT Based on Positive Thinking Using Computer Program and Virtual Social Networks on Improving Quality of Life in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain

 Aims and background: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy and positive effect of internet-based thinking in telegram context on improving quality of life in four areas: physical, mental, social and environmental, as well as reducing depression in patients with chronic pain. Methods and Materials: This study was performed on 60 patients with migraine headache who were referred to Akhtar Hospital. Based on the criteria of the study, volunteers were selected and randomly assigned to two groups. Two instruments of life satisfaction scale (DDI) and a revised Beck Depression Inventory (BDI-II) were used to measure it. The results were analyzed by SPSS software. Results: The findings indicated that the main hypothesis of cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy in students had a 0.8 effect on their quality of life and 0.8 on their depression. Conclusion: Cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy has a significant positive effect on improvement of quality of life and reduction of depression in chronic pain patients. This method is very suitable for patients with limited access.