Psychological therapies Flashcards
What are psychological therapies
Psychological therapies are talking therapies to treat mental health problems, can be used instead of or alongside medical treatment
The aims are to relieve sx, promote functioning mechanisms, enhance quality of life and increase healthy life choices
Psychodynamic therapy
Focusses on influence of unconscious process, role of early experience
Cognitive behavioural therapy
Explores links between cognitions, emotions and behaviours, challenging negative patterns
Humanistic therapy
Focusses on subjective meaning and personal growth rather than pathology
Systemic therapy
Focusses on relationships rather than individual alone
Reminiscence therapy
Encourages working through memories, using props or expressive therapies
Inter-personal therapy
Structured approach to improve inter-personal relationships, recognising those closely linked to MH
Example CBTs
- Activity scheduling to increase pleasurable activities
- Modelling, imagery, role play
- Behavioural experiments to test and challenge avoidance behaviour
- Progressive relaxation e.g. breathing exercises
- Exposure therapy - desensitisation
- Aversion therapy (substance misuse)
- Goal setting and planning
- Problem solving
- Self-monitoring - document triggers for behaviours and observations for positive thoughts
Therapies linked to CBT
- Behavioural therapy - uses conditioning techniques to reinforce desirable behaviours
- Behavioural activation - identifying, monitoring and scheduling pleasant activities
- Problem solving therapy - provides skills for identifying and coping with stressors
- Mindfulness
- Acceptance and commitment therapy - draws on CBT and mindfulness to promote acceptance of experiences instead of controlling
Treatment mild-moderate depression
Self-help
Computerised CBT
Group-based CBT
