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Annual Review of Clinical Psychology
|August 25, 2007
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) has grown popular, but research now supports its effectiveness across various diagnoses. This review critically appraises the empirical evidence for DBT, addressing early concerns with recent findings.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Psychiatry
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) introduced in 1993 has seen widespread adoption.
  • Early enthusiasm for DBT prompted questions about its empirical support.
  • Concerns regarding DBT's foundational evidence have been addressed by subsequent research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
  • To critically evaluate the empirical evidence supporting DBT.
  • To discuss current research directions in DBT.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of randomized controlled trials.
  • Critical appraisal of existing empirical data.
  • Analysis of research trends in Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

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Main Results:

  • Subsequent randomized controlled trials have largely substantiated DBT's empirical foundation.
  • DBT's effectiveness is increasingly supported by robust research findings.
  • The review addresses initial skepticism regarding DBT's evidence base.

Conclusions:

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy is supported by a growing body of empirical evidence.
  • DBT has evolved beyond its initial applications, demonstrating broad applicability.
  • Ongoing research continues to refine and expand the understanding of DBT.