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This paper aims to clarify the concept of blended care and introduce a new framework for its implementation.

March 28, 2026Open Access

The present and future of blended care: current research and introduction to the B-FIT framework

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This paper aims to clarify the concept of blended care and introduce a new framework for its implementation.
Overview of current literature on blended care
Introduction of the B-FIT framework
Discussion of stakeholder perspectives
Emphasis on the lack of conceptual clarity in blended care
Need for a stronger evidence base for blended care effectiveness
Recommendation for integrating stakeholder perspectives into future research

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Abstract Blended care (BC), combining face-to-face therapy with digital components, is gaining momentum in the field of mental health, yet lacks conceptual clarity. This perspective paper outlines a dimensional conceptualization of BC and introduces the B-FIT (Blend-Focus-Integration-Timing) framework. We highlight the need to refine the theoretical foundations of BC, strengthen the evidence base for its effectiveness, and integrate stakeholder perspectives to inform future research and support the successful implementation of BC.

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Laura Luisa Bielinski

Rebekka Büscher

Severin Hennemann

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