15. The Cognitive Approach To Treating Depression AO3 Flashcards

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Name a strength of CBT

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It is effective - a large body of evidence to support the effectiveness of CBT to treat depression

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Give an example of research to support the effectiveness of CBT

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Research compared effects of CBT to antidepressants and a combination in 327 depressed adolescents

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What were the findings of the supporting research for CBT

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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

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What does the supporting research for the effectiveness of CBT suggest

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There is a good case for making CBT the first choice of treatment in public health care

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Name a limitation of CBT

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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

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How would CBT not working for most severe cases be overcome

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It’s possible to treat patients with antidepressants and commence CBT when they’re more motivated

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Why is the fact CBT doesn’t work for all patients potentially an issue

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Limitation of CBT because it means CBT can’t be used as the sole treatment for all cases of depression

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