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Cognitive therapy for the suicidal patient: a case study.

¹College of Health and Nursing Science, University of Delaware, USA. beckinst@gim.net

Perspectives in Psychiatric Care

|March 17, 1999

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Cognitive therapy can help suicidal patients by addressing perfectionism and hopelessness. This approach involves planning activities, identifying negative thoughts, and replacing them with constructive thinking to reduce despair.

Area of Science:

Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Psychotherapy

Background:

Suicidality is a complex issue often linked to specific cognitive patterns.
Cognitive therapy offers a structured approach to address maladaptive thought processes.

Observation:

This case study details the application of cognitive therapy in treating a suicidal patient.
The patient exhibited common traits associated with suicidality, including perfectionism and hopelessness.

Findings:

Cognitive therapy interventions focused on activity planning and cognitive restructuring.
The patient learned to identify and challenge destructive thinking patterns.
This process led to a reduction in feelings of hopelessness.

Implications:

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Cognitive therapy is a viable treatment for suicidal ideation.
Addressing cognitive distortions and problem-solving deficits is crucial in suicide prevention.
This case highlights the potential of cognitive therapy to improve outcomes for suicidal individuals.