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Giovanni A Fava1, Chiara Ruini
1Department of Psychology, University of Bologna, Viale Berti Pichat 5, Bologna 40127, Italy. fava@psibounibo.it
Abstract:
This article describes the main characteristics and technical features of a novel psychotherapeutic strategy, well-being therapy. This paper outlines the background of its development, the structure of well-being therapy, its key concepts and technical aspects. Well-being therapy is based on Ryff's multidimensional model of psychological well-being, encompassing six dimensions: autonomy, personal growth, environmental mastery, purpose in life, positive relations and self-acceptance. The goal of this therapy is improving the patients' levels of psychological well-being according to these dimensions, using cognitive-behavioral techniques. It may be applied as a relapse-preventive strategy in the residual phase of affective (mood and anxiety) disorders, as an additional ingredient of cognitive-behavioral packages, in patients with affective disorders who failed to respond to standard pharmacological or psychotherapeutic treatments and in body image disturbances. The clinical studies supporting its efficacy are illustrated.
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