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Lorenzo Lorenzo-Luaces1, John R Keefe1, Robert J DeRubeis1
1University of Pennsylvania.
Behavior Therapy
|December 21, 2016
Summary
Cognitive-behavioral therapy is widely used for emotional disorders, but how cognitive changes drive treatment success remains unclear. This review examines the role of cognitive change in therapies for depression and anxiety.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Psychotherapy Research
Background:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a leading psychological treatment for emotional disorders.
- The precise mechanisms driving CBT's effectiveness, particularly the role of cognitive change, are debated.
Purpose of the Study:
- To critically review the literature on the mechanistic role of cognitive change in therapies for depressive and anxiety disorders.
- To clarify the contribution of cognitive versus behavioral components in treatment outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of cognitive and behavioral therapies.
- Focus on studies investigating the role of cognitive change as a mechanism of action.
Main Results:
- Evidence suggests cognitive change plays a significant role in therapeutic outcomes for depression and anxiety.
- The relative impact of cognitive versus behavioral interventions requires further elucidation.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the mechanisms of cognitive change is crucial for optimizing psychotherapy.
- Further research is needed to disentangle the specific contributions of cognitive and behavioral elements in effective treatments.
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