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Cognitive behavioural therapy for tinnitus.

P Martinez Devesa1, A Waddell, R Perera

  • 1Great Western Hospital, ENT Department, Marlborough Road, Swindon, Wilts, UK, SN3 6BB. devesa@doctors.org.uk

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
|January 27, 2007
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Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) did not significantly reduce tinnitus loudness or depression. However, CBT was found to improve the quality of life for tinnitus patients, positively impacting their overall management.

Area of Science:

  • Audiology
  • Psychology
  • Evidence-based Medicine

Background:

  • Tinnitus is the perception of sound without external acoustic stimulation, lacking universally satisfactory treatments.
  • Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a potential intervention that may benefit tinnitus patients by addressing psychological factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) in managing tinnitus patients.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review of randomized controlled trials was conducted, searching databases including Cochrane ENT, CENTRAL, MEDLINE, and EMBASE up to June 2006.
  • Six trials with 285 participants were included, assessing CBT's impact on tinnitus loudness, depression, and quality of life compared to control groups (waiting list, yoga, education).

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Main Results:

  • CBT showed no significant difference in reducing subjective tinnitus loudness compared to waiting list or other interventions.
  • No significant differences were observed in depression levels between CBT and control groups.
  • A significant improvement in quality of life was noted for patients receiving CBT compared to both waiting list and other intervention groups.

Conclusions:

  • While CBT did not significantly alter tinnitus loudness or depression, it demonstrated a positive effect on the quality of life for tinnitus sufferers.
  • CBT positively contributes to the qualitative management of tinnitus, suggesting its value in improving patient well-being.