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Cognitive group therapy for depressive students: The case study.

Juhani Tiuraniemi¹, Jarno Korhola

¹University of Turku, Department of Psychology, University of Turku, Finland.

International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being

|June 5, 2010

Summary

Cognitive group therapy effectively treated depression in students. Assimilation analysis proved useful for tracking student progress through therapy, showing improved self-esteem and assertiveness.

Keywords:

Depression assimilation analysis case study cognitive group therapy psycho-education

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Published on: January 17, 2025

Area of Science:

Psychology
Educational Psychology

Background:

Depression in students significantly impacts academic performance.
Cognitive group therapy is a recognized modality for treating mood disorders.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the efficacy of cognitive group therapy for depressed students.
To determine the utility of assimilation analysis in monitoring therapeutic progress.

Main Methods:

A case study of a student, "Johanna," undergoing cognitive group therapy.
Utilizing assimilation analysis to track changes in the student's experience.

Main Results:

The student's self-criticism decreased, replaced by increased determination and assertiveness.
Therapeutic progress was observed, moving from initial negative thoughts to problem-solving.
The student reported finding hope and improved assertiveness post-therapy.

Conclusions:

Cognitive group therapy is an effective intervention for student depression.
Assimilation analysis provides a valuable framework for understanding therapeutic development.