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The effect of cognitive-behavioral therapy on death anxiety and depression in patients with heart failure: A

Mohsen Moradi1, Mohammad Akbari2, Mousa Alavi2

  • 1Department of Psychiatric Nursing, School of Nursing & Midwifery, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.

Perspectives in Psychiatric Care
|May 26, 2022
PubMed

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Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) significantly reduced death anxiety and depression in heart failure patients. This intervention offers a promising approach for improving mental well-being in this population.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Cardiology
  • Health Psychology

Background:

  • Heart failure (HF) is a chronic condition associated with significant psychological distress.
  • Patients with HF often experience elevated levels of death anxiety and depression, impacting quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the efficacy of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in mitigating death anxiety and depression among individuals diagnosed with heart failure.

Main Methods:

  • A quasi-experimental design was employed with 66 heart failure patients.
  • Participants were randomized into an intervention group (n=33) receiving CBT and a control group (n=33).
  • Data were collected using demographic questionnaires, the Templer Death Anxiety Scale, and the Beck Depression Inventory.

Main Results:

  • The intervention group demonstrated significantly lower posttest scores for both death anxiety and depression compared to follow-up stages.
  • CBT intervention led to a notable reduction in psychological distress.

Conclusions:

  • Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is an effective intervention for reducing death anxiety and depression in heart failure patients.
  • Integrating CBT training for nurses can enhance the management of psychological comorbidities in heart failure care.
Abstract

Keywords:
cognitive-behavioral therapydeath anxietydepressionheart failure

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