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Cognitive behavioral therapy for tinnitus: evidence and efficacy
Hyung Jin Jun1, Moo Kyun Park2
1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Korean Journal of Audiology
|March 22, 2014
Summary
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers an effective approach for tinnitus management by modifying negative responses to the sound. This tinnitus treatment helps individuals function better despite their condition, as supported by extensive research.
Area of Science:
- Audiology
- Psychology
- Behavioral Medicine
Background:
- Tinnitus, the perception of sound without an external source, currently lacks a definitive cure.
- Existing treatments often focus on managing the condition rather than eliminating the auditory perception.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the literature on the efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a tinnitus treatment.
- To evaluate CBT's role in altering patients' reactions to tinnitus.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies investigating CBT for tinnitus.
- Analysis of CBT's approach in identifying and reframing negative automatic thoughts related to tinnitus.
Main Results:
- Numerous studies demonstrate the effectiveness of CBT in managing tinnitus.
- A meta-analysis confirmed CBT as an effective intervention for tinnitus relief.
Conclusions:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a well-supported and effective treatment option for individuals with tinnitus.
- CBT empowers tinnitus sufferers to improve their quality of life by addressing their psychological response to the condition.
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