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Using Implementation Intentions to Prevent Relapse after Psychological Treatment for Depression - the SMArT
Mike Lucock1, Serena Bartys2, Jade Cupac1
1South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust,UK.
Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy
|April 19, 2018
Summary
Implementation intentions (IMPS) show promise for depression self-management post-therapy. This study evaluated the feasibility and acceptability of the Self-Management After Therapy (SMArT) intervention, finding it a potentially helpful approach for patients.
Area of Science:
- Mental Health Research
- Psychological Interventions
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Depression relapse is common, necessitating effective self-management strategies.
- Implementation intentions (IMPS) are evidence-based for health behaviors but underutilized for mental health self-management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To design and evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the Self-Management After Therapy (SMArT) intervention.
- SMArT integrates IMPS into post-therapy self-management for depression.
Main Methods:
- Intervention co-designed with UK IAPT services, following MRC guidance.
- Eleven patients in remission from depression received SMArT from Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs).
- Evaluated using routine outcome measures, patient/PWP feedback, and fidelity analysis.
Main Results:
- Patient and PWP feedback indicated SMArT is feasible and acceptable.
- Participants valued setting personal goals via IMPS and receiving support.
- The intervention shows potential to help patients maintain well-being post-therapy.
Conclusions:
- Implementation intentions (IMPS) offer a promising strategy for depression self-management.
- The SMArT intervention demonstrates feasibility and acceptability for supporting long-term recovery.
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