Cognitive behavioral therapy for depression

Donna M Sudak

doi:10.1016/j.psc.2011.10.001

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Cognitive behavioral therapy for depression

Journal article

Peer reviewed

Cognitive behavioral therapy for depression

Donna M Sudak

The Psychiatric clinics of North America, v 35(1)

Mar 2012

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psc.2011.10.001

PMID: 22370493

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Abstract

Acute Disease

Antidepressive Agents - therapeutic use

Chronic Disease

Cognitive Therapy - methods

Combined Modality Therapy

Depressive Disorder, Major - psychology

Depressive Disorder, Major - therapy

Disease Susceptibility

Humans

Models, Psychological

Patient Selection

Review Literature as Topic

Suicidal Ideation

Suicide - prevention & control

Treatment Outcome

CBT is a valuable treatment for mild, moderate, and severe forms of major depression. It is equally effective and more durable than medication alone, and the combination of medication and CBT may increase the response rate and extend durability when CBT is employed after pharmacotherapy is successful. Therapist competence has been shown to influence outcomes in CBT for depression. Practitioners who wish to learn more about CBT may access a wide variety of educational materials: basic texts, course offerings at major scientific meetings, and local and national training centers are available. The Academy of Cognitive Therapy website (www.academyofct.org) provides detailed information about obtaining training and certification in CBT.