15. The Cognitive Approach To Treating Depression AO3 Flashcards
Name a strength of CBT
It is effective - a large body of evidence to support the effectiveness of CBT to treat depression
Give an example of research to support the effectiveness of CBT
Research compared effects of CBT to antidepressants and a combination in 327 depressed adolescents
What were the findings of the supporting research for CBT
After 36 weeks - 81% of CBT group - 81% of antidepressants group - 86% of combination group - significantly improved
When CBT was compared to effects of antidepressants CBT emerged just as effective as medication - also helpful alongside medication
What does the supporting research for the effectiveness of CBT suggest
There is a good case for making CBT the first choice of treatment in public health care
Name a limitation of CBT
May not work for the most severe cases of depression - IN some cases patients can’t motivate themselves to take on the hard cognitive work required for CBT
How would CBT not working for most severe cases be overcome
It’s possible to treat patients with antidepressants and commence CBT when they’re more motivated
Why is the fact CBT doesn’t work for all patients potentially an issue
Limitation of CBT because it means CBT can’t be used as the sole treatment for all cases of depression