psychological therapies Flashcards
what are main affective/anxiety disorders ?
major depressive disorder
generalised anxiety disorder
panic disorder and phobic anxiety disorder
OCD
what are substance abuse disorders ?
alcohol abuse
smoking abuse
drug abuse
what are disorders of reaction to stress ?
PTSD
what are features of CBT ?
short-term goal oriented can be individual or group focus on how thoughts affect feelings and behaviour exposure therapy
what disorders is CBT helpful for ?
depression anxiety phobias OCD PTSD
what is behavioural activation ?
focus on doing activities which may be avoided
activity scheduling
what are the different types of avoidance ?
social withdrawal - seeing less of friends
non-social avoidance - not taking on tasks, sitting about
cognitive avoidance - not making decisions or thinking about relationships
avoidance by distraction - TV, games, gym
emotional avoidance - use of drugs or alcohol
what is interpersonal therapy ?
involves taking on sick role and focusing on a particular area each session in order to deal with that specific interpersonal issue
what are the strengths of IPT ?
good evidence
no formal homework
can continue to practise skills beyond therapy duration
what are the limitations of IPT ?
requires degree of reflection
if poor social network then limited effectiveness
what are the principles of motivational interviewing ?
express empathy
avoid argument
support self-efficacy - patient sets agenda
what are the stages of change ?
pre-contemplation - denial, here if needed
contemplation - ambivalence - info + risk screening
planning/determination - I have a problem options for change- build confidence and motivation
action - doing it - prevent relapse, maintain goals
maintenance - coping strategy, weak points
