12/02/2026
Well said. Thank you
CCI Support Stands with International Best Practice for ME/CFS & Long COVID.
At CCI Support, we align with international best practice guidelines for the management of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Long COVID. We do not support the use of Graded Exercise Therapy (GET) or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as primary treatments, as these approaches have been shown to cause harm.
For decades, GET and CBT were promoted by a small group of psychiatrists under the belief that ME/CFS was a disorder of perception. However, extensive research now confirms that exertion worsens symptoms—what we now recognise as Post-Exertional Malaise (PEM).
The global shift away from these outdated therapies follows key reports, including:
📌 The 2015 Institute of Medicine (now National Academy of Medicine, USA) report, which affirmed that ME/CFS is a serious biomedical illness requiring urgent attention.
📌 The 2020 National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE, UK) review, which reinforced that GET and CBT are not appropriate treatments.
As research evolves, so must healthcare practices. CCI Support remains committed to evidence-based, compassionate care that prioritises the well-being of those living with ME/CFS and Long COVID.
For more information and resources:
www.ccisupport.org.nz
